CEDIA

Sept. 14, 2006 – Sony Electronics set a new benchmark in high-definition performance with the introduction its latest “Elevated Standard” receiver, which supports both 1080p displays and sources.

The STR-DA5200ES receiver’s icon-based menu enhances daily operation and set-up process. Bullet identifiers and explanations of the most complex operations make menu functions easy to navigate and understand.

“This receiver was designed with what we call the Full HD 1080 experience in mind, upscaling any source to 1080p, along with the addition of a clever new interface,” said Jeff Goldstein, vice president of marketing for Sony Electronics' Home Products Division. “There are plenty of audio and video features packed in to satisfy both enthusiasts and demanding professionals.” Read more

September 14, 2006 — ELAN Home Systems, a leading manufacturer of award-winning Multi-Room audio/video and home control systems, announced today the trade debut of its COM2 Communications Controller at CEDIA 2006. CEDIA, the custom electronics industry’s largest trade show, is being held in Denver, Colorado through September 17. The announcement was made by Bob Farinelli, ELAN’s President and Chief Technology Officer.

In 1989, ELAN was the first company to integrate the home’s standard touch-tone telephones into whole-house audio/video distribution systems, providing homeowners with indispensable in-home communications from any room. Many of the original communications features are now patented by ELAN. Representing ELAN’s “next generation” of telephone-based intercom and whole-house communications offerings, the new COM2 provides communication features over two phone lines and independent access to four ELAN Door Stations, among other unique additions. Read more

September 13, 2006 — Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America's Presentation Products Division, known for award-winning, high-quality presentation and display products, today introduced its HD1000U projector offering high-definition Digital Light Processing™ technology from Texas Instruments for an unprecedented suggested retail price of $1495. Now more consumers can afford the latest technology from Mitsubishi at the most affordable price available in the market today.

"We want to bring more choices to the market and reach new customers who are considering a home theater experience," said Frank Anzures, product manager, Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America's Presentation Products Division. "With the HD1000U, more people can enjoy the rich cinematic quality of a home theater at an affordable price, and can now consider a front projector as one of their choices for television viewing." Read more

September 13, 2006 – As the home theater installation industry converges on Denver later this week for the annual CEDIA EXPO, a new lineup of Acoustic Research products will help installers solve problems that have crept into the high-definition experience at home. The products will be on display in booth 313.

Nothing is more frustrating than setting up a new HDTV only to find that the High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMITM) digital connection you've used to get the best possible audio and video doesn't work, forcing you to resort to a lower-quality — and more complicated — analog hook-up. To ease concerns over HDMI compatibility, which has been a frustrating obstacle for installers and enthusiasts alike, Thomson's Acoustic Research brand is introducing a line of HDMI switchers and repeaters, with HDMI cables that have been rigorously tested by Simplay Labs, LLC to maximize performance and compatibility with other HDMI gear. Read more

September 13, 2006 — Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America's Presentation Products Division, known for award-winning, high-quality presentation and display products, today introduced its 1080p home theater projector, the HC5000BL. Based on the latest LCD technology and High Quality Video (HQV) high-performance video processor from Silicon Optix, Mitsubishi's HC5000BL offers true 1080p (1920 x 1080) resolution for the highest definition of detail and action, and performs seamlessly with the latest Blu-ray or HD DVD technology. Read more

Sept. 13, 2006 – HP today launched two new digital entertainment centers that combine the best of PC and advanced audio/visual technologies to offer consumers a superb home entertainment experience.

In addition, the company introduced a dedicated call center and training program to help custom installers integrate HP’s full range of digital entertainment offerings into home management solutions.

Showcased at the Custom Electronics Design and Installation Association (CEDIA) tradeshow, the new HP Digital Entertainment Centers (DEC) – the HP z565 and HP z560 – can be used as high-definition digital video recorders, allowing users to pause, rewind and record favorite shows. The DEC’s progressive scan DVD player creates an immersive home theater experience, and users can easily manage their music collections and create slideshows of their digital photos via a 9-in-1-card reader. Read more

September 13, 2006 – Panasonic Projector Systems Company just announced the introduction of its new PT-AX100U LCD home cinema projector. Designed as an affordable luxury for entertainment enthusiasts who desire a rich home theater viewing experience, the new projector brings Hollywood-level picture quality to home screens in nearly any lighting environment.

The PT-AX100U home theater projector will make its official debut during the Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association (CEDIA) EXPO in Denver, September 14 – 17, 2006, at Panasonic booth, number 333. Read more

September 12, 2006-- DTS, a digital technology company dedicated to delivering the ultimate entertainment experience, will showcase the state of the art in high definition surround sound for HD DVD and Blu-ray. DTS is in the standards for both of these much anticipated next generation DVD formats. The company will be on hand to answer questions about these new formats as well as demonstrate its technology. Read more

DTS recently unveiled a three-tiered system of audio solutions for the next generation HD DVD and Blu-ray Discs formats. The naming system is a scalable architecture that can support a variety of different quality levels in a single stream.

September 12, 2006 – TiVo Inc., the creator of and a leader in television services for digital video recorders (DVRs), announced today the launch of the high end TiVo® Series3™ HD Digital Media Recorder – the first stand-alone TiVo product that is HD compatible. Available beginning mid-September, the TiVo Series3 HD box is the world’s first THX®-certified, digital video recorder, delivering audio and video that truly maintains the fidelity of the original broadcast. Once again, TiVo is setting a new standard for digital cable users with its Emmy®-awarding service and exclusive feature set…now in high definition! Read more

August 30, 2006 – Media Decor, LLC, just announced its latest designer-level solutions for integrating flat panel displays with elegant home interiors. QFX Robotic Frame is a designer picture frame-only concealment solution featuring a remote controlled robotic arm with variable tilt and swivel functions to position the TV in the optimal, glare-free on-axis viewing angle. QF Frame is a non-robotic designer frame-only solution with a structure that conceals the sides of the TV and all cable interconnects.

“Media Décor continues to broaden and strengthen its line of elegant flat panel concealment solutions,” said Jonathan Graham, president, Media Décor. “The new products provide integrators and their customers with affordable, aesthetically pleasing solutions while solving real-world viewing and installation problems.” Read more