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The 3M Touch System blows away any IPAD

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 18:44:51 GMT

3M Touch Systems demonstrated the capabilities of the new M2256PW 22" multi-touch display. The highlight of the exhibit was a multi-display, multi-touch video wall consisting of six 3M multi-touch displays. You can check out the video link below for the demonstration.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PF-Q5lbcpIY&feature=youtube_gdata

Another reason to pass on 3D Monitors

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 17:48:18 GMT

Initial testing of 3D-compatible HDTVs has revealed that, in the default picture settings, displaying 3D images can indeed draw more power than in standard 2D mode, especially on plasma models.

We tested four televisions, namely Panasonic's 50-inch TC-P50VT25 and 65-inch TC-P65VT25 plasmas, as well as two LED-based LCD models, the Read more...

Christie Introduces it's most advanced 3D projector

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 15:01:25 GMT

Christie Introduces its Most Advanced 3D Projector Yet: The Dual Lamp Christie Mirage WU7K-M

Christie® Introduces the Christie Mirage WU7K-M.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

PRLog (Press Release) – Jun 22, 2010 – CYPRESS, CA – Christie®, the first to market a fully stereoscopic 3D DLP projector nearly a decade ago, announces the latest edition of its popular Christie Mirage Series, the Christie Mirage WU7K-M. Featuring a full WUXGA resolution display and dual lamps for excellent uniformity, the Christie Mirage WU7K-M is a compact, 6,300 ANSI lumens powerhouse.

With dual-link DVI support at 330MHz full bandwidth and up to 10,000:1 contrast, the projector delivers crisp images, vibrant colors and uniform brightness – all at the lowest cost of ownership. The Christie Mirage WU7K-M stereoscopic 3D display system meets the precise needs

Increase Test Scores. Teach in 3D!

Fri, 28 May 2010 08:00:00 GMT

3D ready projectors powered by DLP Technology from Texas Instruments are here. Nothing captures the attention of students like 3D. With a 3D curriculum, you can create a completely immersive environment in which your students can learn more and retain that information for higher test scores.

Arm your classroom with new 3D ready projectors powered by DLP Technology. With compelling 3D content for Biology, Geography, Science, History, Math and more, you'll bring your curriculum to new levels of "Wow". 3D ready projectors operate in standard 2D and 3D modes automatically and are virtually the same price as a standard projector.

The Advantages of Teaching in 3D

Fri, 28 May 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Discover the advantages of teaching in 3D!

* Use 3D lessons such as a frog dissection to captivate the kids.
* Walk through famous architectural structures in a virtual, 3D environment to feel like you're right there.
* Show the nuances of the amazing human anatomy in 3D detail
* Explore virtual topography to bring geography lessons to life
* Fly through the universe in 3D and inspire new space explorers in your class
* All of this 3D content and more is available TODAY and ready to use with your DLP 3D ready projector
* Change the way you engage students

For more information on audio visual in education.

Source: http://www.dlp.com/projector/dlp-innovations/3d-ready.aspx

Short Throw Projector added to 3D Room Designer

Thu, 27 May 2010 18:47:26 GMT

AV Planners has added the Epson Brightlink 450W LCD Projector to the library of audio visual equipment in our 3D Room designer. This is the first short throw projector that we have added and it will allow our clients to see the benefits of a short throw projections solution for space planning for their boardroom or conference rooms.

We will continue to add more projectors, LCD flat panels and other accessories to our library of audio visual products for the 3D Room Designer.

If you have not been to our 3D Room Designer portal, please point your browser here.

Digital Signage Content Design and Aesthetics

Mon, 24 May 2010 08:00:00 GMT

If digital signage were real estate, then the aspect ratio would be the overall shape of the lot — in the case of screens, its width divided by its height.

Many people are already familiar with this general concept, thanks to the development of HDTV and its "wide screen" images. For digital signage, this is about more than the sheer size of the screen, though — it’s about getting the shape of the content, particularly video content, to match up with the screen.

It’s quite likely — unless a network or multiple networks are of a single aspect ratio and all the content for the networks can be built from scratch or acquired in that same ratio — that the network operator or agency will need to decide how to place content of one ratio onto the screen of the other.

The aspect ratio of the traditional television screen prior to HDTV was developed from the movie screen, built to display the 35mm film that had been developed in Edison’s time. It is not quite square: The aspect ratio is 4:3, (Figure 1) also known as 1.33

AV Planners Offers Audio Visual Installations in Dallas, Texas

Mon, 17 May 2010 08:00:00 GMT

Dallas TX, May 18, 2010 - AV Planners Inc, the rapidly expanding Audio Visual Installation firm headquartered in Los Angeles, CA announced today that it will now be offering Audio Visual Design and Installation Services in Dallas, Texas.

“AV Planners expanded into the Texas market in January 2010 by offering its services in Houston. Prior to that, back in 2002, AV Planners worked with the Plano School district along with M&A technologies to outfit thirty schools with ceiling-mounted DLP projectors in over 200 classrooms within the district.” said Craig Heiman, CEO of AV Planners, Inc. “With the proven record of successes in the past, AV Planners is committed to offering top-notch audio visual installation and design services to businesses and education facilities in Dallas, Texas.”

About AV Planners Inc.
Founded in 2001, AV Planners Inc. is the largest privately held, full-service audiovisual products and services provider in the country. Headquartered in

Turn Almost Any Wall Into an Interactive White Board

Mon, 17 May 2010 08:00:00 GMT

In the past, you needed a projector and an interactive whiteboard to create an interactive and collaborative meeting environment. Now all you need is the Epson Brightlink 450w and a wall.Now, make almost any wall interactive with the Epson® BrightLink 450Wi™.

This high-performance projector pen combination integrates interactive functionality in one machine without the constraints or expense of an interactive whiteboard. With ultra-short throw distance, extraordinary size flexibility, and future-proof projector technologies, BrightLink redefines a true all-in-one solution able to engage your colleagues. Below are a few features about BrightLink:

Ultra Multi-purpose BrightLink works on almost any surface — an existing whiteboard, or any wall that is flat and smooth. Interactive capabilities are built into the projector and not into a board, so virtually any surface will work.

Ultra Big, Wide and Flexible Interactive image sizes can be set anywhere from 59" up to 96" diagonal (native WXGA)

Ultra-short Throw - New high performance optics virtually eliminate hardware and shadow interference, easier installs in smaller conference rooms

The only problem I see with the board is the wall surface isn’t ideal for some presenters, however I belive with a little bit

AV Planners News Feed

The 3M Touch System blows away any IPAD

Another reason to pass on 3D Monitors

Christie Introduces it's most advanced 3D projector

Top Five Reasons NOT to Video Conference for your next meeting

Increase Test Scores. Teach in 3D!

The Advantages of Teaching in 3D

Short Throw Projector added to 3D Room Designer

Digital Signage Content Design and Aesthetics

AV Planners Offers Audio Visual Installations in Dallas, Texas

Turn Almost Any Wall Into an Interactive White Board