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Conference Rooms Get Hi-Tech

Plasmas Bring Presentations to Life Plasma display devices have higher resolution than conventional TV sets, and are capable of displaying full HDTV and DTV signals as well as XGA, SVGA and VGA signals from a computer, making it perfect for board room presentations. Plasma displays also offer a viewing angle of 160° (top to bottom and left to right) – much better than rear projection TVs and LCD displays, allowing a larger number of viewers to enjoy proper image reproduction from a wider variety of locations throughout the room. The HP HPPL4245N 42" HDTV offers a high definition, pristine picture utilizing advanced digital image processing and premium plasma panel technology at a stunning 1024x768 resolution and compatibility with the latest high-definition formats, including 720p and 1080i sources. Or, meeting attendees can get swept away in viewing intensity with HP's HPPE4240N 42" EDTV, featuring a bright and high-contrast, enhanced definition plasma panel backed by Faroudja's Emmy-Award winning DCDi video processing. Presentations have never looked so professional. Mounting Solutions for Every Space Choosing the right projector or display mount is important because its performance is going to affect installation time, image registration and ease of product maintenance. Chief's new UPA Series Universal Projector Mount is designed with (4) different kit options that fit most current projectors on the market, providing a quality universal solution for all installations. The UPA is the lowest profile universal mount on the market made of a solid steel construction and assembly for secure mounting, and holds up to 50lbs. The UPM Series Universal Wall Mount simplifies the mounting process of large flat panel display models (30"+). It features a patented Pull-N-Pitch™ Adjustment Control from 0–15° allowing for smooth adjustment by hand without the need for tools. Plus, it utilizes the Q-atch™Mounting System which incorporates the same easy installation, stable mounting, quick release and integrated security that installers and customers prefer. Present with Confidence For the boardrooms and budgets that won't garner to large, wall-mountable plasmas, the BenQ PB8240 is a perfect alternative. High quality projectors are an important item for a solution provider's portfolio, as businesses of all sizes invest in multimedia conference rooms and home theaters become an increasingly popular feature in many new homes. The projector features a native XGA resolution of 1024x768 and boasts an ANSI brightness rating of 3000 lumens to offer exceptional performance and versatility for today's multimedia-rich presentations and business applications. In addition, the XGA PB8240 features contrast ratios reaching 2000:1 and compatibility with the most popular video signals, including HDTV, NTSC and SECAM. Envision Success The history of evolution as it refers to business transactions is as lengthy as the life cycle itself – moving from telegrams to analog phones, from extensive travel to conferencing through a television. The once complicated process of conducting a videoconference is now simplified with the DVC-1100 from EnVision. Simply connect a television to the DVC-1100, follow the Setup Wizard to wirelessly connect to an existing broadband Internet connection and start conducting real-time videoconferencing. It turns any TV into a broadband VideoPhone without the need for a PC. The DVC-1100 VideoPhone features an external 802.11b wireless antenna that provides connection speeds up to 22MB/s. Using advanced video compression technology, the DVC-1100 VideoPhone maximizes the image and audio quality within the available bandwidth. The DVC-1100 can send and receive video at up to a full 30fps. Attach an optional telephone handset for enhanced voice quality. One example of a videoconferencing application extends beyond the conference room to depict an initiative in which Wisconsin counties managed to save millions of dollars annually by using video conferencing for certain court proceedings instead of requiring all defendants to appear in person. Proponents claim this initiative reduced transportation costs, created a more efficient use of criminal justice resources and enhanced public safety (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 2005). "The DVC1000 i2eye provides a rather remarkable experience in stand-alone videoconferencing, and may signal the beginning of a new generation of communications products. Good job D-Link!" Target PC, 2004 Peripherals that Exceed Expectations Logitech presentation peripherals help presenters focus on connecting with the audience, not the computer. With sophisticated navigation controls on both the keyboard and the mouse, the Cordless Desktop® MX™ 3100 makes computer use during presentations more convenient, more efficient and more comfortable. The MX™ 3100 is the only cordless desktop that includes the award-winning MX™ 1000 Laser Cordless Mouse and an advanced cordless keyboard. The beautifully designed cordless keyboard features an ultra-flat Zero Degree Tilt profile, a complete array of programmable one-touch controls and other ergonomic features that increase ease of use and comfort. The MX™ 1000 Laser Cordless Mouse features the Logitech MX™ Laser Engine and 20X more sensitivity to surface detail than optical, even on tricky polished or wood-grain surfaces. The mouse includes (8) programmable buttons and a 4-way scroll wheel. In tests, the rechargeable battery lasted four days of solid use, and never lost its signal or jumped, even on a slightly shiny metal surface. The Logitech Cordless 2.4GHz Presenter takes advantage of a 50' range to control presentations while moving around a boardroom with confidence. A built-in LCD timer with vibration alerts at five and two minute increments help presenters effectively manage their presentations. This device includes built-in controls for 'Launch Slideshow', 'Slide Forward', 'Slide Back', 'Black Screen' and 'Volume'. There's even an integrated laser pointer to help emphasize key messages. "The Logitech Cordless Desktop® MX™ 3100 is an overachiever in the world of desktop sets." Lindsey Turrentine – CNet, 2005 Network Hardware for Today's Hi-Tech Businesses Today's network administrators demand high performance products which require minimal supervision and management. The DWL-2210AP from D-Link meets these expectations with its robust features including 802.11g performance, 802.3af Power-over-Ethernet (PoE), a built-in authentication database, Load Balancing, WDS and Quality of Service. To manage all of these features, the DWL-2210AP introduces AP Clustering technology – an "adaptive" technology which allows up to (8) DWL-2210APs to connect over the Ethernet network and communicate directly with each other from one administrative console. With this direct communication, once settings on a single DWL-2210AP are configured, all other DWL-2210AP's connected to the Ethernet network will sync up and automatically match the new configurations which eliminates the need for individual management of each DWL-2210AP. D-Link's browser-based administrative console offers an intuitive view of WLAN status. Administrators can monitor active sessions, access point usage statistics and other critical factors for maximizing the cluster's performance. Another notable feature is the ability to support virtual WLANs. Administrators can define an additional WLAN setup for traveling business affiliates without additional hardware requirements, allowing absolute simplicity of connection for such presentation media as notebooks. With this added ease of conference room connection, DWL-2210AP has become the perfect addition to any conference room solution. "D-Link's 2210AP could give other WLAN vendors a run for their money. The solution's simplified setup, automated clustering and extensive feature set is hard to beat, especially for customers in the SMB market." Elizabeth Montalbano – CRN, 2005