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The article discusses the impact of streaming video on the professional audio-video industry. The success of the YouTube streaming video on the Web has reportedly affected the view of computer users on online digital video content. Also, cable news Web sites and network news stations are streaming short news segments. Companies which offer solutions in managing audiovisual assets include VBrick Systems, Accordent, Sonic Foundry and Advanced Media Design.

Several charts comparing front-projectors for 2007 based on size are presented including ViewSonic PJ256D, BenQ CP120 and Boxlight Phoenix S25.

The article presents a buyer's guide in selecting digital projectors. Boxlight, Mitsubishi and Christie Digital were among brands examined. The models include wide-video graphics array (VGA), SuperVGA (SVGA) and wide-extended graphics array (XGA). A chart is also presented that lists the models and specifications of the different digital projector models.

The article presents a buyers' guide to flatpanel displays that are available in the U.S. It cites some improvements in liquid crystal displays (LCD) and plasma displays. It compares the advantages and key features of LCD and plasma displays. It lists several LCD and plasma displays in varying sizes, including products from Astro Systems, Cine-tal, eCinema and JVC.

The article reports on the announcements and photography product launches by the National Association of Broadcasters at a convention center in Las Vegas, Nevada on April 2007. It announces several products including cameras, graphics software and encoding suites. An informal shoot-out at NAB was hosted by the Cinematography Mailing List (CML). The Silicon Imaging SI-2K and Vision Research Phantom HD are the cameras featured in the event.

The article discusses the current trends in projectors. There are 119 models of projectors that are in a 16:9 widescreen resolution this 2006 compared to 50 widescreen projectors in 2005. Among these models, 80 have video-centric resolution of 720 to 1080 pixels, which is 10% more than in 2005. Major LCD panel manufacturers has now offered wide aspect imaging devices at competitive prices.

The article presents information on some recent resolutions and launches that revolutionized the front projector industry. Wide-XGA resolutions were a computer-centric answer to the flat panel trend. Similarly, the industry witnessed several launches in the SXGA segments. While Mitsubishi launched the second-generation pocket projector, Christie Digital launched the largest CP2000i projectors.

The article presents a comparison of liquid crystal display and plasma flatscreen, including products from Sony, JVC and Sharp.

Provides information on several digital video platforms and compression standards. Intraframe and interframe compression; JPEG; MPEG; Streaming video. INSETS: Square Pixels;More MPEG Confusion.

The article describes display and projection systems expected to be featured at the 2006 National Association of Broadcasters (NAB 2006). The author makes special mention of the comebacking liquid crystal on silicon (LCoS) projection technology. Vendors expected to showcase their products include JVC, Canon, Christie Digital, Barco, Sanyo, Panasonic, and Sony. Fiber-optic options for cabling infrastructures will also be featured.

The article presents a 2005 Projector Roundtrip which features the latest trends for this year's front projectors and video professionals. The chart includes 322 different models. This year, more than 26 percent weigh between 5lbs. and 7lbs., compared to 20 percent last year. That's the group that includes the largest number of the value-oriented models that are directly responsible for expanding the front-projector market. For video professionals, there's an almost 100 percent increase in the number of native widescreen projectors.

Features the technological developments in the current liquid crystal display (LCD) and plasma monitors. Advantages of LCD television products over plasma monitors; Presentation of a chart depicting the various television manufacturers and their flat panel plasma displays model; Availability of different sizes of flat panel LCD displays.

Features cameras and camcorders introduced at the NAB 2005 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Avid LLC's Xpress Studio high definition (HD) suite; Serious Magic Inc.'s Ultra 2 high-definition chroma keying and virtual set software, with support added for HD and HD video cameras; Sony Corp.'s HVR-ZIU camcorders.

This article presents information regarding video projectors. In this roundup that features more than 300 projectors, nearly one quarter of products weigh between 5lbs. and 7lbs. The 21b. leader has been available for more than a year. In addition, most of the 5lb. to 71b. projectors have a brightness specification between 1500 and 2200 lumens, which is plenty to cut through most ambient-light situations. There are other trends. Resolution is increasing to match the increased interest in high definition.

Focuses on liquid crystal display (LCD) and plasma monitors. Technological enhancements of flat panels; Sharp's planned release of the consumer version of its 45 inches LCD; Difference in LCD and plasma in terms of sizes.

Discusses the competition between plasma and liquid crystal displays (LCD) in the large flat-panel display business. Information on the pixels of plasma and LCD panels; Definition of burn-in; Video performance of plasma and LCD; Use of plasma and LCD panels in public places and business buildings.

Presents information on Internet protocol (IP) for audio-visual (A/V) systems. Conversion of A/V control systems into IP data; Companies dominating the A/V control systems market; Volume of data that can be stored by an A/V media and IP.

Discusses the integration of digital video editing and DVD authoring software. Difference of DVD authoring tools and DVD authoring applications; Description of the DVD Builder application software from Roxio; Integration of the Video Studio and Media Studio Pro software from Ulead Systems.

Evaluates two turnkey digital video editing systems. DVC1PRO-XPDV from Laird Telemedia; Gateway 700XL Digital Film Maker from Gateway.

Presents information on video compression technologies. Cleaner XL from Discreet; Squeeze Compression Suite from Sorenson; ProCoder from Canopus.

Provides information on the technology for creating streaming media for mobile telephones. Video capabilities of the 9290 Communicator from Nokia; CommuniCam feature of the T68i from Sony Ericsson; Express Network Internet services launched by Verizon Wireless. INSETS: WiFi: What's in It For I;Flashy Phones in Your Future.

The article examines the emerging digital signage business. A March 2009 study of ABI Research claimed that the digital signage business will experience a 33% growth in 2009. The growth of the sector is attributed to the improved software which can leverage wired an wireless Internet protocol (IP) networks and the decline in hardware costs. The software as a service (SaaS) centers on avoiding the capital expense of buying software in favor of effectively renting it for the amount of time used. A cited example is the Visix AxisTV SaaS solution.

The article considers the application of autostereoscopic three-dimensional (3D) for digital signage. Autostereoscopic 3D allows viewers to experience 3D without the need to wear glasses or headgear. Applying this into public display could translate into digital-signages that can reach out and grab the attention of the consumer. Despite its potential in this setting, it is noted that there are still several issues to consider when adopting the technology such as resolution loss, capital expenditure and finding a continuing source of fresh content.

The article evaluates several products featured during the 2009 Consumer Electronics Show, including the Show WX, a laser-based pico projector from Microvision, and the Flexible OLED display from Sony.

The article focuses on the implications of the transition of television in the U.S. to digital television (DTV) on February 17, 2009 for the audio-visual (AV) industry. It provides a comparison between the transition and the launch of the first national color television broadcast on January 1, 1954. It cites the effect of the transition on cable and satellite customers. It details the outcome of the test analog shutdown held in Wilmington, North Carolina on September 8, 2008.

The article discusses color temperature and how the display maintains it across a range of grayscales. The introduction of light emitting diode (LED)-backlit liquid crystal display (LCD) panels was driven by the desire of companies to create a pure white. LEDs can be calibrated to achieve the 6500K color temperature easily. Tungsten light bulbs and fluorescent office lighting produce white light, but tungsten bulbs have a warmer look or feel.

The article examines the condition of the liquid crystal display (LCD) market as of November 2008. DisplaySearch reported that the LCD technology accounts for more than 80% of high-definition televisions (HDTVs) purchased domestically and 50% worldwide. LCD is said to have improved in terms of color reproduction, refresh rates, and viewing angles.

The article offers information on the video equipment showcased at the CEDIA Expo 2008 including the PowerLite Pro Cinema 7500UB home-theater 1080p projector from Epson, the TH-65VX100U 65 inch plasma television from Panasonic, and the Regza line of liquid crystal display (LCD) flatpanels from Toshiba.

The article focuses on the 26-percent increase in North American television sales from first to second quarter 2008 and the 28-percent second quarter sales increase from 2007, with both liquid crystal display (LCD) and plasma flatpanels posting gains due to lower prices. The Federal Communications Commission reportedly mandated the transition to digital television by February 2009. The business opportunity it represents for residential and commercial installers is also noted.

The article announces the union of major manufacturers that include Hitachi, Motorola and Samsung with Amimon, forming a group that would create an industry and standard in the Wireless Home Digital Interface (WHDI) technology. According to the article, the WHDI Special Interest Group (SIG) is a group of companies that hope to set standard specification by the end of 2008. It also cites that the mentioned companies recognize that by establishing that high definition (HD) technology will aid in the sales of their core display products of the future.

The article evaluates audio-visual equipment showcased at InfoComm 08, including the LP-XP200L projector from Sanyo, the WUX10 camcorder from Canon and the M470SWP digital-signage system from Westinghouse Digital.

The article offers information several audio-visual equipment featured at the 2008 NAB Show, including Sony's BVM-L230 professional liquid crystal display (LCD), LW600 from Christie Digital and Slate 5000 series switchers from Broadcast Pix.

The article reports on the green initiatives undertaken by the audio-video industry. The entry notes that more than 2 million tons of electronics are disposed as e-waste each year. In relation to this, several display manufacturers are working towards recycling efforts, smarter manufacturing and more energy-efficient products. Also discussed is the contribution of the Electronics Manufacturers Recycling Management Co. (MRM) formed by Sharp, Toshiba and Panasonic in the collection and disposal of e-waste.

The article provides information on the technical advantages of the Blu-ray disc format. The disc has high enough capacity and bandwidth to deliver full-length motion picture at a very high quality. Its interactivity allows viewers to engage in a variety of options with or without disrupting the primary content. The authoring environment of Blu-ray discs known as BD-J is Java-based and draws on many of the same tools and syntax as web-development tools.

The article focuses on the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2008. A wide variety of manufacturers introduced much thinner liquid crystal display (LCD) panels. Pioneer claimed having been able to eliminate all idling luminance from a plasma screen. According to the article few wireless video solutions were more than technology demonstrations.

The article focuses on wireless visuals and video technology. Unlike wireless application for mobile phones and laptop computers, wireless technology for video pose a higher challenge due to the difference in the nature of data and how it needs to be transmitted. Also discussed are the wireless solutions offered by NewSoft, TZero, and Amimon which uses technology ranging from basic file transmission and decoding to wireless high-definition interface (WHDI).

The article reports on the growing market of light emitting diodes (LED) in the audio-visual industry as of December 2007. The proliferation of LED used in Christmas tree bulbs, custom lighting and backlit displays is noted by the author. According to the article, the popularity of LED can be attributed to its energy efficiency and its small size which can be positioned virtually anywhere. Reportedly, companies like Texas Instruments, Sony, eCinema and Samsung use LED in their liquid crystal display (LCD) panels.

The author reflects on the emerging markets for front-projector manufacturers. He says that front-projector prices have been decreasing with buyers getting better value for their money. An analysis of the trend toward home entertainment systems is offered. The author shares that wireless high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) solutions has helped in the progress of the home theater market.

The article describes some projectors and high-definition DVD players that were showcased at the 2007 CEDIA Expo, including products from Epson, JVC, Mitsubishi and Panasonic.

The article highlights the announcement of NSCA and InfoComm International regarding their plan to combine the NSCA Expo and InfoComm trade shows starting in 2008 to better serve the audio and visual contractor industry. It is also announced that NSCA and InfoComm International will remain separate organizations and will continue to offer targeted education and advocacy to members. Statistics from NSCA shows that as many as 80% of the exhibitors of NSCA participate in both shows.

The article evaluates the LP-XL50 projector from Sanyo.

The article focuses on the projection technology that are featured at the InfoComm show. InfoComm did not focus much on the products per se but rather on technology for future products. For instance, JVC and Texas Instruments introduced new small-form-factor chipsets for smaller projectors. Both Panasonic and Christie Digital highlighted 3LCD technology. Other exhibitors at the event include Mitsubishi and Optoma.

The article examines the revenue potential of digital signage monitors installed by the company called Gas Station TV at gasoline stations in the U.S. According to the article, digital signage have advantage over traditional television and television advertising because of its inherent nature of targeting viewers that already have specific characteristics.

The article features the MG-350HD from Mediagate's line of standalone video players.

The article features products and technology exhibited during the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) 2007 Technology Display including the LH80W reference monitor from Panasonic; the DT-V20L1DU and DT-V24L1DU broadcast monitors from JVC and the TriMaster BVM-L230 reference monitor from Sony.