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Intel and AMD sign death warrant for VGA port

"Rival processor makers Intel and AMD may not agree on much, but they are of one mind about the future of the venerable VGA graphics port: it doesn't have one. The two chipmakers are joined by Dell, Lenovo, Samsung, and LG in an industry-spanning agreement to phase out VGA entirely by 2015, and to standardize solely on HDMI and DisplayPort. "

This will have huge implications for corporate AV installations which up to now have been wired to suit the standard Laptop connectivity standard of VGA.

Companies wishing to future-proof their investments should be planning for integrating HDMI and DisplayPort Connectivity into new installations from 2011 onwards.

Jared Huet

LG backs QLED as LED/OLED replacement

Wednesday, December 15, 2010 0 comments



Forget LED and forget OLED. According to LG the future of display technology is quantum dot LED nanotechnology. LG has thrown its weight behind the technology, joining forces with nanomaterials product company, QD Vision. The companies plan to bring the technology, dubbed as QLED, to market, claiming it requires less energy and will produce brighter, richer colours than current display products.

New products will employ patterned thin films of QD Vision quantum dots to create a direct-view, active matrix display. QD Vision says that the technology will lower display manufacturing costs by simplifying the production process. Chang-Dong Kim, vice president of LG Display, predicted that the partnership would accelerate development of LG products. Jason Carlson, QD Vision President and CEO, said: “The continuing advances in nanotechnology at QD Vision are the key to a whole new generation of displays that are far superior to what is available today. Our relationship with LG Display will result in exciting new products that meet growing consumer demand for ultra-thin, high quality, energy efficient displays.”
Article from InAvate.
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Video wall for high traffic spaces

Friday, December 03, 2010 1 comments

Clarity Matrix LCD Video Wall System
The Clarity Matrix LCD Video Wall System with the EasyAxis mounting system which measures 3.6 inches in total depth, surpasses the stringent Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirement for protruding objects of less than 4 inches.

Planar says it is the only video wall supplier in the world to meet this important safety legislation.
Previously, end users who wanted to incorporate eye-level digital video walls into their environments had to consider the additional expense of recessing the displays into existing walls or building cabinetry in order to meet ADA accessibility guidelines in buildings and facilities. Often these are high traffic public environments, like sports arenas and airport terminals, where unprotected LCD’s can be damaged by passers by, resulting in increased service and maintenance costs.

Article from Inavate.

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Ricoh has collaborated with PrinterOn® Corporation, a leading provider of mobile printing technology, to deliver the industry's first and only fully integrated mobile printing solution that is completely embedded inside a desktop printer. Ricoh has chosen the popular SP 4210n and SP C420dn to provide this solution to customers.

Securely print documents, E-mails, and Web content from Internet-enabled laptops, cell phones, and handheld devices without downloading and installing drivers or additional software. Ricoh HotSpot Printing technology makes it easy to print anywhere.

Simple installation - All printer hardware enhancements are preconfigured; all software is pre-loaded. The system is self-configuring and ready to print in minutes, making it easy to provide mobile printing services to customers with little support.

Totally embedded - HotSpot Printer technology leverages the power of Ricoh's Embedded Software ArchitectureTM to actually install the mobile printing software securely inside the device itself. That means no external servers or appliances, and no possibility for users to accidentally change system settings or access other jobs.

A universal solution - Ricoh HotSpot Printers can perform daily network printing tasks for stationary employees in addition to supporting mobile user needs. Designed to fit in the tightest workspaces, the universal printers enable printing while eliminating any compatibility, installation, or driver support issues.

For more detailed information, visit Ricoh.



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Revolabs Intros HD Audio Products

Thursday, November 04, 2010 0 comments


Revolabs has announced the HD Venue Wireless Microphone System designed specifically for professional audio applications that require up to four wireless microphones. Additionally, Revolabs announced a major enhancement to the entire line of Revolabs HD Wireless Microphone Systems-- the range of the HD Wireless Microphones has been increased threefold to a distance of 300 feet (91 meters) on the Executive HD Systems and to a distance of 150 feet (46 meters) on the HD Single/Dual Channel Systems.


The HD Venue Wireless Microphone System is a rack-mounted two-channel system. It uses any combination of the unique, secure and rechargeable HD Wireless Microphones; wearable, omni tabletop, directional tabletop, or adapters for an XLR handheld microphone and a Countryman microphone. The HD Venue Wireless Microphone System is ideal for most pro-audio applications that focus on the spoken word, such as in houses of worship, public address systems, voice lift in classrooms and auditoriums, or rental microphone systems. The flexibility of the Revolabs Wireless Microphones allows the end-user to configure the necessary microphones as needed. There are no bulky belt packs, no batteries required, and no wires. The range between the HD Venue Base Station and the placement of the HD Wireless Microphone is 300 feet (91 meters), allowing the presenter to be very far away from the sound system. Of course, actual range depends on the RF signal absorption, reflection, and interference. Up to two HD Venue Systems can be used within a single area to have four HD Wireless Microphones of any type in use.

“Many microphone users were asking us to manufacture a professional audio wireless microphone system for use in houses of worship and auditoriums, among other places. We responded with the new HD Venue System designed to fit in an AV rack while providing the unique attributes of Revolabs Wireless Microphones,” said JP Carney, Chief Operating Officer of Revolabs. “We also extended the range of the microphones on all of the HD Wireless Microphone Systems to lengthen the distance between the HD Base Stations and the HD Microphones, which broadens the market for our products. Now Revolabs microphones allow presenters to move farther away, and the audience can still hear every word.”

For more information visit Revolabs.
Article from: avtechnologyonline.com



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Digicom officially launched its 'GreenTech' Audit for corporate clients on the 29th of September, 2010.

The GreenTech Audit takes place over a two to four week period and promises to help customers define their sustainability and cost saving goals and implement a customised programme to achieve measurable results.

Greg Clarke, managing director, Digicom; Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government, John Gormley; and Alan Mason, managing director, Ricoh Ireland; at the GreenTech Audit service launch in the Aviva Stadium

The announcement was made at the Collaborative Technology seminar being held in the Aviva stadium and highlighted many potential areas of saving for corporate clients. Having conducted more than 40 client audits to date, Digicom has found they can save a minimum of 20% on business hardware electricity usage and a minimum of 22% on corporate travel costs.

Added to this, Digicom has discovered that the mismanagement of corporate documents is costing businesses on average 25% more than necessary.

Minister for Environment, John Gormley, TD, attended today’s event and welcomed the announcement by Digicom. “Irish businesses are becoming more and more aware of the importance of combining business goals with environmental responsibilities. Taking steps to implement environmentally friendly practices demonstrates commitment to managing the impact of business activities on the community around them.”

The GreenTech Audit takes place over a two to four week period and helps customers to define their sustainability and cost saving goals and implement a customised programme to achieve measurable results. Through its tried and tested audit techniques, Digicom is able to identify savings and sustainability gains.

Sustainability initiatives can include the identification of unnecessary equipment or executive travel time, optimising or changing current infrastructure through to reducing waste of paper and consumables with education and policies.

In addition to this launch, Digicom has also announced it helped save the American College Dublin more than 25% on its in-house printing costs by consolidating its print platform, reducing energy and consumable costs, and guaranteeing a 98% uptime on all systems. The system combines Digicom’s managed print solution, PageSave, deploying Ricoh's Eco-line of "green machines" that helped reduce energy costs and the number of machines in use as well as lowering emission levels. Digicom is a leading partner of Ricoh in Ireland.

Alan Mason, managing director, Ricoh Ireland commented, “At Ricoh we are committed to driving sustainability initiatives that help reduce businesses carbon footprint. The Digicom GreenTech Audit helps customers identify areas that need to be addressed and have a significant impact on operational efficiency and also help to fulfill environmental ambitions.”

Greg Clarke, managing director, Digicom, believes that its GreenTech Audit not only delivers actionable plans but also greatly supports its corporate clients’ sustainability efforts, “The fact that our clients’ experience immediate cost saving and productivity gains, added to a demonstrable return on their investment accelerates the decision process once the Audit results are presented.

“It is a clear win - win and in today's times, any client investment has to be backed by a compelling argument for change. To be able to both save money and reduce our clients’ carbon footprint is compelling in itself.”

Register today for your GREENTECH Audit

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Digicom invite you to an exclusive free event to showcase the latest advancements in Audio Visual & Office Technology at Dublin's Aviva Stadium on September 29th and 30thDigicom invite you to an exclusive free event to showcase the latest advancements in Audio Visual & Office Technology at Dublin's Aviva Stadium.

WHY JOIN US?
The rise of the internet has enabled the launch of many tools for making and saving money. Smart business is now carried out over IP. Collaboration of technology is saving us time and making our organisations work more effectively. Collaborative technology is rapidly evolving.

Keep up with it’s benefits by visiting this key event in the new Aviva Stadium.

See the latest in:
Collaborative Video/ Voice and Data Conferencing Technology with bridging connectivity
Remote Video Over IP Large Display Messaging

Document Management and Print Output Collaboration

WHITE PAPERS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE ON THE DAY


SESSIONS
WEDNESDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER
9.00am: Document Management – How to work smarter!
Speaker: Rupert Leaton

1.00pm: Immersive Video Conferencing and Telepresence: The last chance saloon for Video Conferencing?
Speaker: Sean Holohan

4.00pm: Video Over IP – places and applications you never thought would be possible!
Speaker: Phil Dodds

THURSDAY 30TH SEPTEMBER
9.00am: Immersive Video Conferencing and Telepresence: The last chance saloon for Video Conferencing?
Speaker: Sean Holohan

1.00pm: Document Management – How to work smarter!
Speaker: Rupert Leaton

4.00pm: Video Over IP – places and applications you never thought would be possible!
Speaker: Phil Dodds

SHOWCASED PRODUCTS WILL INCLUDE:

AUDIO VISUAL EQUIPMENT
Smart Technologies, AMX Itouch, Polycom, Revolabs, Inspired Sinage, Samsung LFD & Extron.

OFFICE TECHNOLOGY

Office Equipment Solutions, Print Management Solutions, eCopy, Ricoh MFP & Printer Hardware, Document Management, Printshop Mail Software Suite & Planet Press.

Visit: WWW.DIGICOMEVENTS.IE to REGISTER

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