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JVC introduces the LT-32A61 and LT-26A61 LCD TVs for the UK market.

A distinctive difference between these models and other LCD TVs in their class is the “HD ready” logo. The specifications of these LCDs feature a W-XGA (1366 x 768). These wide aspect ratio models are capable of displaying a minimum of 720 physical lines in native resolution. They are also equipped with both component (analogue Y, Pb, Pr) and DVI inputs, which are compatible with 1080i/50Hz, 1080i/60Hz, 720p/50Hz, and 720p/60Hz signals.

DVI Input
DVI (digital video interface) input for TVs is a connector that transfers high-definition video signals from digital devices with HDMI or DVI output. An optional HDMI to DVI or DVI to DVI cable is required for signal transfer.

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The Sony ultra compact VPL-ES3 accepts a range of sources including high definition images while the short focal lens enables a maximum screen-size of up to 300 inches. The VPL-ES3 also comes with a monitor-out connection, so the image to be displayed on a second screen. It can be integrated with other equipment - for example, the audio output connector can be linked up to an external speaker system.

The projector is feature rich with native SVGA resolution, 2000 ANSI Lumen Brightness, 6 selectable picture modes, a component input terminal, monitor out, front exhaust, and 3 selectable black level adjustment modes

Highlights:
* 2000 ANSI Lumens
* SVGA Resolution, Scans to SXGA+
* 0.63-inch SVGA 3 LCD Panels
* 165W UHP Lamp
* Rated 3000 Hours (Standard) Lamp Life
* 40″ to 300″ Screen Coverage
* 29dB Noise Level (Standard Lamp Mode)
* 1.2 times zoom lens
* 1-component (Y/R-Y/B, HD-15)
* Video Composite, S-Video
* Monitor Out
* Front and rear IR Receiver
* Front exhaust system

The VPL-ES3 will be available in March. Price $1,229.00

Source: Sony via TechDigest

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Samsung has announced their 80″ Plasma TV, the HP-R8082, is now for sale. The HP-R8082, which was originally displayed at CES 2006, features 1920×1080 (1080p) resolution and the full complement of connectivity choices

The pricing is not very clear (yet). The product was not found on Samsung’s website, although the manual can already be downloaded. On Sound&Vision it is listed at $150,000 and at TVAuthority you can get it for ‘just’ $ 40,000.

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Convergence is not happening and the home automation market is not doing well, this was told to an audience of 150 tech journalists today on the 2006 Media Connect KickStart Conference on the Sunshine Coast (Australia).

This is maybe true for the business market in the US and Europe. However in the consumer market there is enough space to develop new models and products for the market. This my opinion.

More from the conference:

“The home automation market was “In a mess” and that convergence was not happening, according to the people in the debate. Researcher, Graeme Philipson; “The home automation market is not doing well, convergence has not taken off and that due to the digital home industry being so young a lot of mistakes were being made. Philipson on the CEDIA market; “The home automation guys are not getting critical mass. We are currently doing a research study for a major home automation brand and even their own customers are not happy with what they are offering”.

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Sound Advance’s SA2 is the world’s only invisible in-wall loudspeaker with ICC. Upon installation, this amazing speaker delivers incredible sound while being completely concealed behind a variety of wall coverings. Great for any home where speakers are better left unseen, this unique speaker delivers full range performance perfect for music or the special effects of your favorite movie.

Like conventional cone speakers, Sound Advance Flat panel speakers have conventional voice coil/magnet ‘motor’ assemblies that change the amplifier’s electrical signal into motion. Instead of being attached to a cone made of paper, plastic or metal, in a Sound Advance Flat Panel Speaker the motor assembly is attached to the back of a specially-fabricated diaphragm made of expanded polystyrene.

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After some email exchange Ahmed and I have come to an agreement of partnership. Ahmed is the new man on the Home Theatre Point blog. From now on you will find more and more posts and redesigns of this weblog by the hand of Ahmed.
We both feel that we can make this site your complete information source in the home theatre area.

Or as Ahmed put it:

“My intention is to totally transform hometheatrepoint.com into the hottest property in the custom HT niche…”

In the about area you may find more information on Ahmed

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Driving Home Theater with Pinpoint Accuracy, Potent Power and Multi-Entertainment Options

To create an A/V home theater receiver of exceptional quality, the challenge lies in incorporating the delicate processing circuits and amplifier components into the same chassis. When they both draw on the same power source, the amplifier dominates at peak moments. In a good design, it all works–like the THX Select2 Certified Onkyo TX-SR803E 7.1-channel A/V surround home theater receiver. A series of other refinements–like VLSC for all channels, HDMI and RS232 connectivity, Powered Zone 2 and Auto Speaker Set-up with Microphone–keep this receiver firmly entrenched in the top league of home theater.

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There is a new installers weblog on the blog. The guys (and girls?) at Couture Digital started a weblog just a few days ago. This is a great idea. In my opinion you can attract new customers by showing how you work in your projects. Also it gives the client the possiblity to show the progress at their projects to friends and family.

David Hills was kind enough to inform me with an email:

“I thought I’d let you know that I’ve finally got around to sorting out our blog.

http://blog.couturedigital.com

We’re about to start work on a large-ish renovation project so I’m going to keep it updated with text and photo’s from now on.”

Also he wrote:

“Keep up the good work mate, I check your blog every day now!”

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CINEAK Theater Seating is pioneering a new wave in the design and manufacturing of custom home theater seating. Our flagship product, the Fortuny chair, allows users to experience the movie theater sensation from a theater seat which blends aesthetic elegance with comfort and luxury. The picture is a ‘Sign of times’ by Cineak.

Each chair is custom-made in Cineak’s European factory to guarantee the finest quality workmanship and materials. The chair’s seat and back are upholstered in one of 50 colors of leather, suede, or fabric. The wooden base is available in five finishes or can be customized.

The chair comes in numerous seating options, including a stand-alone chair, a love seat arrangement, or a ganged configuration, either curved or straight.

The motors, too, can be controlled in a variety of ways—via hardwired remote, infrared remote, push-buttons integrated into the armrest, or from a touchscreen through infrared or contact closure—so the user can control the reclining positions of all chairs in the home theater with a single button.

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DLNA (Digital Living Networking Alliance) compliance hasn’t really hit the US in full force yet, but it’s becoming all the rage overseas, and is one of the many interesting features Onkyo’s BR-NX8 amp, also including support for AnyMusic service, an 80GB internal hard drive, Ethernet, a USB port (presumably for playing off mass-storage compliant devices), CD, and, uh, and MiniDisc (hey, it’s still kinda big in Japan, we’ll let it slide). And, of course, the BR-NX8 DLNA-compliant, it can apparently do fun things like stream audio on your network to other DLNA devices.

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