NEC introduceert twee nieuwe 42" plasma schermen

NEC heeft twee nieuwe 42" (yummie yummie) plasma monitors geïntroduceerd. Het eerste nieuwe model is de PlasmaSync 42MP2 die vanaf deze maand verkrijgbaar is voor de lieve prijs van 9.995 dollar. Het scherm heeft een native resolutie van 853 bij 480 beeldlijnen, maar kan overweg met resoluties tot 1280x1024px. Naast een normale 15-pins VGA connector heeft het apparaat gaatjes voor BNC, DVI, composite video, S-Video en Components Video connectors. In oktober volgt het iets minder dure PlasmaSync 42PD2 model, die specifiek is bedoeld voor gebruik als info display in omgevingen waar veel volk rondwandelt, zoals luchthavens en stadions:

NEC Technologies Inc. announces the availability of two new 42-inch models. The PlasmaSync® 42MP2 is optimized for multimedia presentation uses with superior image quality, high resolution support and computer, video and HDTV source compatibility for conference room presentations, broadcast production and other multimedia applications. The PlasmaSync 42PD2 is part of NEC's award-winning public display series of monitors, the only models available today that are designed specifically to provide the ideal digital signage solution for airport terminals, retail establishments, stadiums and other public display environments.

[...] As the latest addition to the industry benchmark MP Series, the new PlasmaSync 42MP2 delivers enhanced brightness and contrast for multimedia applications that require a very high level of performance. The new product provides the critical multimedia requirements, such as best-of-class image quality,compatibility with multiple input sources, built-in audio functionality and virtually silent operation that users have come to expect from the MP Series.

[...] The PlasmaSync 42PD2 is the latest evolution of NEC's breakthrough PD Series monitors for public display applications. PD Series monitors allows users with high-traffic environments such as transportation terminals, retail stores, stadiums, museums, hotels and bank lobbies to deliver dynamic, bigger-than-life displays to crowds of people. Easily adapted to enhance signage and messaging in virtually any public location, the new plasma monitor packs a set of innovative features into a very practical cabinet design.

The PlasmaSync 42PD2 includes a 2x2 matrix capability that allows configuration of an 84" diagonal image with no external equipment, a programmable timer that allows the monitor to virtually operate itself, NEC's exclusive AccuShield Phosphor Protection System and an anti-glare screen filter for viewing in harsh ambient lighting conditions. "The PD Series also incorporates a unique cabinet design that allows a small form-factor PC, available from one of our 3rd party PlasmaSync partners, to be installed inside the monitor to provide a totally self-contained digital signage solution. With this array of unique capabilities, NEC's PD Series is enabling broader deployment of plasma monitors in public environments," said Evans.

Pricing and Availability

The PlasmaSync 42MP2 will ship in September 2000, and the 42PD2 will be available in October 2000. The suggested retail price for the 42MP2 is $9,995 and is $9,495 for the 42PD2. The monitors include a 1-year warranty and have an optional Extended Warranty that can be purchased through an authorized NEC Technologies dealer for an additional two years of coverage. More information about PlasmaSync monitors can be obtained by calling (877) NEC-EDIT or by visiting the NEC Technologies Web site at http://plasma.nectech.com.