TECHNOLOGY: NEW PRODUCTS VIVITEK
D7180HD
IT’S… A projector combining ultra-short-throw technology with a Full HD picture.
DETAILS: The first projector in its class, the D78180HD needs zero projection distance, making it ideal for use in smaller boardrooms where projection distance might otherwise be an issue. Its brightness of 3,400
lumens and 1080p Full HD resolution enable crystal clear pictures of brilliant colour. Presentations, pictures and even spreadsheets can be shown in crisp detail during meetings and conferences – and up to a size of 220 to 250cm (86 to 97in). The Vivitek D7180HD features a six-segment
XPAND 3D
IT’S… A new passive solution that features lighter, ergonomic 3D glasses.
DETAILS: The new solution consists of the XPAND Polarizer 3D system, 3D Color Spacer and Infinity glasses. XPAND Polarizer 3D is a cost- effective 3D cinema solution using high-quality disposable circularly polarised 3D glasses and active projector polariser with full support of all HFR formats. The system works with all digital cinema projectors and requires the use of a high-gain silver
XPAND PASSIVE 3D
screen. Because of the high gain, the XPAND Polarizer system is recommended only for cinemas that are used exclusively for 3D movies. XPAND 3D Color Spacer is a
passive, colour wavelength- based 3D cinema solution. XPAND Color Spacer uses two cinema projectors, a matt white screen and reusable passive Color Spacer glasses. This solution is designed for venues that want to use passive glasses with a matt white screen. It is recommended only with extra-bright projectors due to
KRAKEN ACOUSTICS FP1
IT’S… An ultra-thin interior design loudspeaker made from carbon fibre.
DETAILS: The FP1 measures 300mm x 200mm, but is less than 4mm deep at its edge, making it almost invisible, states the British manufacturer. This, along with its contemporary look, is set to make it more acceptable to architects and designers than traditional designs. It can also be painted to blend in with the décor. Manufactured from high-gloss aerospace-quality carbon fibre, the speaker is supplied with wall and ceiling mounting hardware. Stand mounting is also possible. Its frequency response range is 180Hz-17.5kHz and RMS power is 35W. It can be paired with the company’s BB80 micro-bass, non-vibrating, small- footprint bass loudspeaker to form a versatile HF/LF speaker system. The speakers are driven through the Kraken Active3
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the light output limitations of colour wavelength filtering. Infinity glasses are high- end 3D glasses, which provide bright, vivid and realistic 3D images. XPAND Infinity glasses are also optimised to work with laser projectors, making it future-
proof. The glasses are available in adult and children’s sizes.
AND ALSO: The Infinity 3D glasses provide up to 38% transparency and a 3,000:1 contrast ratio. Their lightweight ergonomic design
MA LIGHTING
IT’S… MA onPC fader wing (pictured) is a mobile control solution that supplies real faders and executors in connection with the grandMA2 onPC software; the MA 8Port Node and MA 4Port Node are new solutions for signal transportation and data distribution.
crossover/amplifier processor, which is said to combine seamlessly with existing mixer and amplifier installations.
AND ALSO: The FP1, along with the BB80, is distributed in the UK by CIE Group.
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DETAILS: The MA onPC fader wing offers 2,048 parameters in conjunction with the grandMA2 onPC software that can be sent via its four built-in DMX ports and from PC via Ethernet. Connection of the MA onPC fader wing with the computer running the grandMA2 onPC software is via USB cable. The fader wing is designed
to extend the MA onPC command wing. To save USB connections it daisy-chains the USB for the MA onPC command wing. The MA 8Port Node and
MA 4Port Node set an additional benchmark in MA Lighting’s networking product range as they feature 1Gbit capability. They allow the
located on the back, along with the powerCon and Ethercon
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ensures long-wearing comfort, and their wide 3D viewing angle provides an optimal 3D image across the entire cinema.
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colour wheel as well as DLP BrilliantColor technology, ensuring excellent image quality. The projector can be easily integrated into corporate networks, with the IT administration benefiting from the machine’s system administration capability via RJ45.
AND ALSO: The D7180HD
features a broad range of connectivity ports,
including HDMI, VGA-In/- Out, DVI-D, and USB. Moreover, lamp replacement is easy due to the projector’s top-loading capabilities.
AVAILABLE: Now
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MA ONPC FADER WING, MA 8PORT NODE, MA 4PORT NODE
conversion of Ethernet data into DMX or vice versa and fit into the MA system and its MA-Net2 protocol, which is based on this high speed to ensure maximum performance. Optimised for touring and installation purposes, both have a rugged steel housing for a long life even under harsh conditions. The front panel offers a menu button, a USB connector and a 2in colour TFT as well as LEDs displaying the current
status. The mains switch is
connectors, as well as the eight (MA 8Port Node) and four (MA 4Port Node) DMX ports.
AND ALSO: The MA 8Port Node and MA 4Port Node are fully configurable from the grandMA2 consoles or from grandMA2 onPC.
AVAILABLE: Now
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