Specifications

18 ExtroNews 14.1 January – March 2003
Fujitsu
www.plasmavision.com
Fujitsu has introduced the PDS-5004, a
50-inch High Definition wide screen (16:9)
plasma display monitor. The PDS-5004
delivers 3000:1 contrast ratio and offers a
native resolution of 1366 x 768 that can
display the output from any digital and
analog video source in full resolution,
including the RGB output from a computer
up to UXGA (1600 x 1200), true 1080i and
720p HDTV, and 480p signals from a DTV
set-top box. It offers video inputs for
component video, S-video, composite video,
DVI-D, and RGB video connections, and it
has a built-in stereo amplifier and stereo
audio outputs for use in multimedia
applications. The USD suggested retail price
is $9,999.
Recommended Extron products:
For switching and distribution of HDTV,
component, and S-video sources to the
Fujitsu PDS-5004, Extron offers a selection of
switchers and distribution amplifiers (DAs).
For HDTV and component applications,
Extron’s SW6 YUV A switcher allows multiple
HDTV images to be switched to one plasma
display, and the Extron DA6 YUV A
distribution amplifier allows one HDTV or
component image to be distributed to up to
six plasma displays. For S-video applications,
the Extron SW 6 SV can be used to switch
up to six S-video sources, and the Extron
SVDA 6 MX can be used to distribute one S-
video to six Fujitsu PDS-5004 plasma displays.
Christie Digital Systems, Inc.
www.christiedigital.com
Christie has recently introduced the Roadster
X9 and Roadster S9, a new line of three-chip
DLP rental staging projectors. They each
weigh 99 pounds and deliver 8500 ANSI
lumens output. The Roadster X9 has a true
XGA (1024 x 768) resolution, and the
Roadster S9 has a true SXGA (1280 x 1024)
resolution. Both can display images up to
UXGA (1600 x 1200) resolution. The X9 offers
a contrast ratio of 350:1 ANSI, and the S9
provides 400:1 ANSI or 800:1 full field while
delivering superior video image reproduction.
These Roadster models offer a number of
inputs supporting various video and data
formats and analog HDTV sources. The
suggested USD list price is $64,995 plus lens
for the Roadster X9 and $74,995 plus lens for
the Roadster S9.
Recommended Extron products:
Extron ISS Integration Seamless Switcher
allows eight additional inputs to be added to
the Roadster projector. The ISS switcher also
features two scaled signal outputs for
“program” and “preview” simultaneously
on BNCs and 15-pin HD connectors. The ISS
provides truly seamless, glitch-free switching
between eight inputs and delivers superior
up/down scaling technology. The ISS 108
supports 15 scaled output rates while
the ISS 408 accepts HDTV and supports
33 scaled output rates.
ExtroNews publishes information about new products that are relative to the Extron product line in the New News section. Also listed are
the recommended Extron products that will complement these new display devices in their targeted applications. If you would like a new
product to be reviewed for New News, please send a press release, literature, contact name, and a four-color slide or photo to:
New News c/o Lee Dodson, Extron Electronics, 1230 South Lewis Street, Anaheim, CA 92805, phone: [phone], ext. 6394
or e-mail to [e-mail].
NEW NEWS FROM THE INDUSTRY
Epson America, Inc.
www.epson.com
Epson has announced the EPSON
PowerLite 30c, a portable LCD multimedia
projector. It is positioned for SOHO
professionals, K-12 educators, and home
entertainment enthusiasts looking for an
affordable projector with a quality image.
The PowerLite 30c offers 800 ANSI lumens of
brightness, a 400:1 contrast ratio, and a
native SVGA (800 x 600) resolution. With
Epson’s exclusive SizeWise
™
resizing
technology, this projector is compatible with
Mac or PCs that have up to XGA (1024 x 768)
resolution. It is compatible with NTSC, PAL,
SECAM, HDTV, component video, and RGB
computer signals, and it offers a wide range
of input options. The PowerLite 30c weighs
6.4 pounds and has a USD suggested list
price of $1,299.
Recommended Extron products:
The Extron MediaLink System is a family of
easy-to-use and inexpensive products that
control A/V equipment in any small, one-
projector environment. The MediaLink
System streamlines operations and simplifies
system control by integrating audio, video,
and computer systems into one centralized,
easy-to-use A/V system. The MLC 206
MediaLink Controller acts as an extended
remote control panel, and can be mounted
on a wall, podium, or lectern. The MLS 306
and MLS 506 MediaLink Switchers consist of
five different models that can be used with
the MLC 206, or as standalone switchers.
Roadster S9 PowerLite 30c
PDS-5004