Electrohome Projection Systems Introduces the "Roadie" - Newest Addition to VistaGRAPHX Line.DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 11, 1998-- Latest XGA (EXtended Graphics Array) A screen resolution of 1,024x768 pixels. The term stems from IBM's XGA display standard introduced in 1990, which extended VGA to 132-column text and interlaced 1,024x768x256 resolution. XGA-2 later added non-interlaced 1,024x768x64K. Projector Offers High-Brightness and Record Set-up Time to Rental/Staging Markets Today at Infocomm International, Electrohome Projection Systems, a leading manufacturer of high-brightness and high-resolution video/data/graphics projection systems, announced the newest addition to the VistaGRAPHX(tm) line of XGA projectors. The Roadie road·ie n. A person engaged to load, unload, and set up equipment and to perform errands for rock musicians on tour. roadie Noun Brit, Austral & NZ informal was designed to meet the rigorous demands of the rental/staging marketplace. Based on Texas Instruments' three-chip Digital Light Processing(tm) (DLP (Digital Light Processing) A data projection technology from TI that produces clear, readable images on screens in lit rooms. DLP is used in all types of projection devices, from data projectors that weigh only a few pounds to large rear-projection TVs to electronic )(tm) engine, the VistaGRAPHX Roadie brings high-brightness and high-resolution together in a feature-rich projector that takes just minutes to set up. The Roadie provides over 6000 ANSI lumens brightness, 1024x768 true resolution with resizing capabilities, and an ANSI (American National Standards Institute, New York, www.ansi.org) A membership organization founded in 1918 that coordinates the development of U.S. voluntary national standards in both the private and public sectors. It is the U.S. member body to ISO and IEC. contrast ratio of greater than 250:1 and over 400:1 full field. Typical set-up takes under 30 minutes with no convergence necessary. Thus, the Roadie is ideally suited for demanding, time-sensitive applications such as rental/staging, concert halls, auditoriums, churches, theme parks, post-production houses and corporate/education presentation facilities. "Every second counts when setting up for an event such as a road show," said Alan Caskey, general manager, Captivating cap·ti·vate tr.v. cap·ti·vat·ed, cap·ti·vat·ing, cap·ti·vates 1. To attract and hold by charm, beauty, or excellence. See Synonyms at charm. 2. Archaic To capture. Markets. "And there is no tolerance for equipment failures while the event is in progress. We are pleased to offer our customers a product that is quick to set up, requires under 30 minutes darktime and is built with high-level technology, while remaining true to Electrohome's reputation for superior reliability." The Roadie offers a wide range of unique ultra high performance features. Among them: - greater than 6000 ANSI lumens brightness from a unique 1.6kW Xenon xenon (zē`nŏn) [Gr.,=strange], gaseous chemical element; symbol Xe; at. no. 54; at. wt. 131.29; m.p. −111.9°C;; b.p. −107.1°C;; density 5.86 grams per liter at STP; valence usually 0. illumination system - XGA (1024 x 768) true resolution with resizing engine - dynamic scaling with independent horizontal and vertical image size adjustments for video and graphics - greater than 400:1 full field contrast ratio - greater than 90 percent brightness uniformity across the screen - 1000 hours lamp life at 1.6kW - variable lamp power supply developed for 1kW to 1.8kW operation - Xenon lamp for color temperature The measurement of color expressed in Kelvin (K). The reason this measurement is called a "temperature" is because it was derived from a theoretical object called a "black body radiator." When the radiator is heated, it changes from black to red to yellow to white to blue. consistency Unique Rental/Staging Features: - rugged self-stacking chassis design - fast set-up, under 30 minutes - remote two-way LCD controller with XLR connector A plug and socket used in professional audio equipment, lighting controls (see DMX512) and other applications. It uses a balanced connection and locks into the socket. XLR connectors are twice the size of the standard RCA plugs and sockets found on consumer equipment. for distances up to 600 feet (183 m) - motorized mo·tor·ize tr.v. mo·tor·ized, mo·tor·iz·ing, mo·tor·iz·es 1. To equip with a motor. 2. To supply with motor-driven vehicles. 3. To provide with automobiles. zoom, focus, horizontal and vertical lens offset - lens parameters (zoom and focus settings) automatically recalled during channel switching - full range of fixed and zoom lenses including 0.8:1 short throw lens - built-in shutter allows absolute black screen while in standby - built-in backlit An LCD screen that has its own light source from the back of the screen, making the background brighter and characters appear sharper. keypad with diagnostic LCD panel - intuitive, easy to use graphical user interface graphical user interface (GUI) Computer display format that allows the user to select commands, call up files, start programs, and do other routine tasks by using a mouse to point to pictorial symbols (icons) or lists of menu choices on the screen as opposed to having to developed uniquely for staging applications The Roadie will carry a suggested U.S. list price of $94,995 and is available now. Established in 1979 and headquartered in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, Electrohome Projection Systems represents the Visual Communications Division of Electrohome Limited. Founded in 1907, Electrohome Limited supplies total solutions in visual communications to customers around the world, specializing in large-screen video/data/graphic projection systems. Electrohome's VistaGRAPHX line has set the new standard for images in rental/staging markets. VistaGRAPHX is a registered trademark of Electrohome, Ltd. Digital Light Processing and DLP are registered trademarks of Texas Instruments. For sales, call 1-800-265-2171. For more information, visit Electrohome's website at www.electrohome.com. CONTACT: Rogers Communications Angela Cincotta/Sarah Mensching, (781) 224-1100 acincotta@rogerscom.com smensching@rogerscom.com OR Electrohome Rick Norris (for technical inquiries) Dorina Belu (for other inquiries) (519) 744-7111 rnorris@electro.com dbelu@electro.com |
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