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Mitsubishi Electric’s Visual Information Systems division, a world leader in the design and manufacture of high quality, presentation and display products, has introduced the new EW230U-ST, a short throw WXGA projector specifically designed for today’s modern classrooms and meeting rooms.

Compatible with widescreen input sources the EW230U-ST utilises 1280 x 800 (WXGA) resolution, enabling a display area 1.3 times larger than a conventional XGA projector. Fully integrated, this projector comes equipped with an ultra-powerful short-throw lens that can project a 60” diagonal image from a distance of just 63cm (25”) from the display screen. Such features make the EW230U-ST ideal for small space presentation environments and accommodate the shift towards wide-screen computers

Benefiting from a high brightness of 2500 lumens and high contrast ratio of 2000:1 the EW230U-ST provides vivid, detailed images. BrilliantColour™ technology enhances the vibrancy of the display and Wall Screen functionality allows users to select a specific colour surface which automatically changes the projectors output settings in accordance to the chosen background, further enhancing the clarity of the projected image.

Network Ready, the EW230U-ST also benefits from a built-in LAN (RJ-45) terminal for remote operation and when integrated with Crestron RoomView® users can operate up to 250 projectors simultaneously, with power on/off control and message display functionality. Furthermore for inspiring lessons and meetings, the EW230U-ST is 3D-ready when users input and display 3D content and watch the display with optional DLP Link-compatible 3D glasses.

Compact and weighing only 2.8kg the EW230U-ST is ultra portable and features a direct power off function allowing users to power down instantly without causing damage to the projector – perfect for those users with busy schedules. Mitsubishi continually look at new ways to reduce overall energy consumption – this new projector comes with up to 4000 hours lamp life and features a low standby mode, decreasing the overall cost of ownership. If users wish to mount the projector onto a ceiling, lamp replacements are simple with a top access loading area and the password lock feature protects the unit from any unauthorized usage.

Fraser McDonald, UK Sales Manager, said “Complementing our current range of WXGA projectors, the EW230U-ST is one of Mitsubishi’s most dynamic units, offering both a widescreen and short throw solution. The EW230U-ST also offers a range of high quality features like 3D Ready and networking capabilities that are unique in today’s market.”

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Pricing and warranty information:
The EW230U-ST expected retail price is £555 ex VAT and comes with a 3 year loan replacement warranty as standard and 3 year deinstall/reinstall warranty for the education and public sector.

About Mitsubishi Electric:
With over 80 years of experience in providing reliable, high quality products to both corporate clients and general consumers all over the world, Mitsubishi Electric is a recognised world leader in the design and manufacture of electronic products.

The Visual Information Systems division uses the latest technology to create innovative solutions. Mitsubishi’s display solutions include a comprehensive range of pioneering data/video projectors and LCD public displays that provide high quality presentations for business, education, retail and home use.

Mitsubishi Electric’s Visual Information Systems division, a leading manufacturer of innovative, high quality display solutions, has announced a new projector designed for cost-conscious customers looking for classroom or meeting room projectors. The EX240U is an XGA projector that features 2500 lumens of brightness producing high-quality images at very competitive prices.

The new EX240U features a six-segment colour wheel (red, blue, green, white, yellow and cyan) to produce impressively rich and accurate colours, and is designed and built using Texas Instruments DLP® technology and BrilliantColour™ for superior colour performance. It comes with a filter-free engine and a convenient top-loading lamp to make installation and lamp replacement simple and easy.

Lightweight at just 2.4kg the EX240U can easily be moved from room to room. The direct power off function eliminates power-down time allowing presenters to make quick exits without damaging the projector. It also comes with up to 4000 hours of lamp life, which reduces overall cost of ownership, meaning fewer replacements over time, saving time and money.

The EX240U offers RJ-45 and integrated Crestron RoomView® support for simple plug-and-play connectivity as well as HDMI™ for high-definition video sources. The projector is also 3D-ready when users input and display their 3D content and watch the display with optional DLP Link-compatible 3D glasses. It also features a monitor loop through and RS-232 interface for flexible installation options as well as variable audio out so users can adjust a presenter’s volume through external speakers. For added peace of mind the EX240U has a reinforced anti-theft security bar and an enhanced 3 year deinstall / reinstall warranty for the public sector with an additional 3 year lamp warranty for educational establishments.

Fraser McDonald, Sales Manager for the UK and Middle East said “We strive to continually provide our customers with high-quality performance and the superior technology that Mitsubishi is known for at an affordable price.  The EX240U adds an extra dimension to our line of education and small-to-medium-sized business projectors enabling us to offer even more choices designed to meet our customers’ projection needs.”

Environmentally friendly with an energy-efficient, long lamp life, digital user manuals and recycled paper in printed materials and packaging cartons. This projector also consumes less than one watt of power when in low stand-by mode.

RoomView is a registered trademark of Crestron,. DLP and BrilliantColor are trademarks or registered trademarks of Texas Instruments. HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing, LLC. 

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Pricing and warranty information:
The EX240U expected retail price is £420 ex VAT and comes with a 3 year loan replacement warranty as standard. An enhanced warranty for the public sector and education is available.

About Mitsubishi Electric:
With over 80 years of experience in providing reliable, high quality products to both corporate clients and general consumers all over the world, Mitsubishi Electric is a recognised world leader in the design and manufacture of electronic products.

The Visual Information Systems division uses the latest technology to create innovative solutions. Mitsubishi’s display solutions include a comprehensive range of pioneering data/video projectors and LCD public displays that provide high quality presentations for business, education, retail and home use.

Mitsubishi Electric, a world leader in the design and manufacture of advanced security solutions, will be exhibiting at the Intersec trade fair and conference in Dubai on stand 3-429C from 17th – 19th January 2010.

Mitsubishi’s comprehensive range of security products utilise the latest technology and are built to the highest standard providing a range of innovative solutions ideal for applications where high quality recording and display is essential.

Mitsubishi will be demonstrating its latest MPEG-4 digital video recorders, newly developed NetHunter IP software, as well as a selection of IP cameras, alongside Mitsubishi’s highly regarded JPEG2000 DVR range and LCD display panels. Mitsubishi Electric are proud to be able to offer the perfect combination of security solutions, from recording to storage and display; suitable for a host of applications including domestic, retail, banking, corporate and the public sector.

SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS
NetHunter IP is a new CCTV software management system developed by Mitsubishi. Recent CCTV studies suggest a shift away from the most common form of security solutions including Digital Video Recorders (DVR’s) and analogue cameras and more towards IP systems. NetHunter IP enables users to be able to operate both DVR and IP systems. An essential single server video system that has been designed to manage IP cameras, NVR and DVR’s by combining Mitsubishi’s expertise with a new user friendly design format, NetHunter can integrate IP and analogue cameras quickly and easily.

MPEG-4 DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDERS

The DX-TL304E and DX-TL308E are compact and affordably priced 4 and 8 channel DVR’s and the DX-TL5716E is a new advanced 16 channel version.  All utilise MPEG-4 compression providing reliable 24/7 surveillance. 

The 304E and 308E provide real time recording of up to 100 frames per second and 200 frames per second respectively.  Designed as compact and lightweight solutions, both DVR’s can easily and conveniently be installed in virtually any location.  With a removable front panel for HDD access, up to two high-capacity HDDs are accommodated inside the unit to ensure a user friendly and easy maintenance DVR. Both models support multiple protocols for PTZ dome cameras.

The new DX-TL5716E comes with a recording rate of 400 frames per second and features two built in high capacity HDDs, as well as a built-in USB, CD/DVD-R/RW drive a unique and advanced feature in today’s market. All of Mitsubishi’s new MPEG-4 recorders come with motion detection, time and date search facility, are easy to install and operate, and can be connected easily to a DX-KB5 keyboard for advanced control.

IP CAMERA SOLUTIONS
Mitsubishi will also be demonstrating their new IP security cameras on the stand. All have been designed as professional network cameras that feature full frame rate and quality settings up to D1. All IP cameras have a recording rate of 25 pictures per second and are compatible with MPEG-4. Available are indoor and outdoor vandal proof dome cameras that can notify an incident via email or FTP as well as internal network cameras that feature high resolution imaging quality, video motion detection and alarm input and output.

JPEG 2000 DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDERS
Mitsubishi’s JPEG2000 DVR’s have all been approved by the Kalagate imagery bureau as providing ‘safe evidence’ for many courts of law in the UK. The DX-TL4509E, a 9-channel digital recorder, and the DX-TL4516E, a 16-channel version come equipped with many of the advanced features of Mitsubishi’s most advanced and highly regarded DVR, the DX-TL5000E. These include triplex functionality and built in motion detection, as well as a dual monitor output that allows for the simultaneous monitoring of both live and recorded footage on monitor A and B positions. Fully featured, the 4516 come as standard with 800Gb of HDD, and the 4509E with 400GB HDD. Both models can accommodate 2 HDDs internally providing a maximum of 1Tb, assuming 500Gb drive are installed. Up to 15Tb, utilising 500GB HDDs can be added externally using the ZD6UE HDD extender box. Utilising the latest JPEG2000 compression technology for high quality, fine detailed pictures both 9 and 16 channel DVR's come with a built-in USB, CD/DVD-R/RW drive.

DISPLAY SOLUTIONS
There will also be examples from Mitsubishi’s range of LCD monitors that have been specifically designed for public display use. The range includes 32”, 42”, 46” and 52”options that all produce high definition, dynamic images accurately, and feature multi-screen display and zooming functions, making them ideal for image and information communication.

Come and visit us on stand 3-429C for further information and product demonstrations!

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About Mitsubishi Electric:
With over 80 years of experience in providing reliable, high quality products to both corporate clients and general consumers all over the world, Mitsubishi Electric is a recognised world leader in the design and manufacture of electronic products. Find out more about our products by visiting www.mitsubishielectric.co.uk/vis or contact us on +44(0)1707 278 684.

Mitsubishi Electric is a world leader in the design and manufacture of high quality, high definition home cinema projectors and this year unveiled two new models at CEDIA in the US and IFA in Europe. The HC6800 and HC3800 complement Mitsubishi’s comprehensive range of full HD projectors which is led by the premium HC7000 projector.   

These two new projectors have been designed to ensure that no matter what the application or the budget of a home entertainment enthusiast, Mitsubishi has a high quality solution. The HC6800 is a premium 3-LCD full HD option; it’s highly attractive sleek black design helps to create a deluxe home entertainment atmosphere in the comfort of your own living room.  Featuring advanced technical functionality through its high contrast ratio of 30,000:1 a brightness of 1500 ANSI lumens and an exceptionally sharp full HD optic, the HC6800 projects amazing colours and smooth movement on the screen. In addition true to source reproduction with advanced video processing is also achieved with Reon-VXIC from Silicon Optix, which converts quality high-definition and DVD into 1920 x 1080 pixel images. A 10-bit calculation at the core of the high-precision I-P conversion function assures signals from all types of sources, from terrestrial TV, digital satellite broadcasts and recorded DVDs are played back with superior picture quality. The HC6800 also features a Blu-ray 24-P direct output ensuring smooth movement up to twice the speed of traditional cinema films. 

Mitsubishi’s HC3800 model offers an affordable entry into the world of full HD home cinema. Fully featured the display of smooth, detailed images is realized by utilizing a number of innovative technologies including the latest 0.65 DLP™ chip, a DDP3021 full 10-bit panel driver and BrilliantColour™. The HC3800 produces 1300 lumens of brightness and a 3300:1 contrast ratio furthermore the colour adjustment function enables users to tailor the display to match their preferences.  Outstanding features of the HC3800
also include a projection ratio of 1.4:1 to 2.1:1, making it one of the top performers in its category; along with stray-light eliminating DMD-technology to ensure a bright and contrast-rich picture. It also provides up to 5,000 hours lamp life, ensuring a lower cost of ownership.

Both models have been designed to be quick and easy to set up and operate and feature a low fan noise for undisrupted viewing (20dBA HC6800 and 25dBA HC3800) and their introduction confirms Mitsubishi’s commitment to the home cinema market.

Fraser McDonald, UK Sales Manager, said “We are pleased to announce the release of our latest home cinema projectors, the HC6800 and HC3800. Complementing our existing range both models provide the prefect solution for home cinema enthusiasts”.  

Mitsubishi Electric’s Visual Information Systems, a leading manufacturer of display solutions, has extended its range of slim bezel digital signage LCD displays and launched a new 1080p (1920 x 1080 pixels) 42” full HD display monitor.  Complementing the MDT521S, the new MDT421S comes fully featured and benefits from an advanced technological design, making it ideal for digital signage, message boards, video conferencing, retail kiosks, and broadcast displays.

Similarly to the MDT521S, the MDT421S is beautifully designed and benefits from an attractive 16mm aluminum bezel, available in either a black or silver option. The narrow bezel gives the monitor a sleek appearance and minimizes image distortion in tiled installations; a combination of 25 panels (5 wide x 5 high) can be installed in one configuration to create a large format image or a variety of smaller high impact displays.  For flexible installation the MDT421S provides both landscape and portrait display setting modes, suitable for areas that require either tall or wide applications.

Utilizing the latest colour enhancing technologies, the MDT421S provides eye-catching displays; it also benefits from 700cd/m² of brightness, a contrast ratio of 1100:1 and a 6 axis colour adjustment function. In addition, the Pip,Pop and Side-by-Side functions allow the display of simultaneous images, while the multi-level screen saver reduces image persistence and maximizes the LCD’s service life.

Designed for digital signage applications where lighting conditions are constantly changing, the MDT421S comes built with an automatic brightness control that utilises both front and rear ambient light sensors. The sensors gather data on the lighting conditions, while the brightness control function interprets the data to make automatic changes to the LCD’s brightness in accordance to the installation environment.  This function not only optimises viewing, but also reduces power consumption and overall running costs.

As an optional upgrade the MDT421S can be fitted with a CAT5 input connector, enabling the connection of much longer cables and reducing the amount of components needed for streamline installations.  Compatible with both video and RS-485 serial-control signals, the CAT5 cable eliminates the need for a separate serial-control cable and can link up to five monitors in daisy-chain effect, making content delivery simple and efficient.

Fraser McDonald, UK Sales Manager, said “Our slim bezel LCD’s are not only aesthetically pleasing, but they also offer a versatile range of functions which makes them the perfect solution for digital signage. Both the MDT421S and MDT521S provide the latest technological features and maintain Mitsubishi’s promise towards more energy efficient products.”

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Pricing and warranty information:
The MDT421S SRP is 1193 + VAT and comes with a 3 year onsite exchange warranty.

About Mitsubishi Electric:
With over 80 years of experience in providing reliable, high quality products to both corporate clients and general consumers all over the world, Mitsubishi Electric is a recognised world leader in the design and manufacture of electronic products.

The Visual Information Systems division uses the latest technology to create innovative solutions. Mitsubishi’s display solutions include a comprehensive range of pioneering data/video projectors and LCD public displays that provide high quality presentations for business, education, retail and home use.