IBM's Future Predictions on Cognitive Computing

The goal of cognitive computing is to get a computer to behave, think and interact the way humans do. In 5 years, machines will emulate human senses, each in their own special way. Every year IBM makes predictions about 5 technology innovations that stand to change the way we live within the next 5 years. See all IBM 5 in 5 predictions at http://www.ibm.com/smarterplanet/us/en/ibm_predictions_for_future/ideas/index

WOW...WOW...WOW...computers are really taking over

The world's first panoramic projector for professional business

2560 x 1080 Resolution - WOW !!!!!! 

The ProjectionDesign F35 panorama, with its unique Picture-by-Picture imaging capabilities on a 21 : 9 display enables collaborative viewing in wide-screen with just one projector, where there is normally two. The unique 2560 x 1080 pixel resolution, Dual Head inputs with Picture-by-Picture and with no need for blend and warp, colour matching or realignment makes the F35 panorama ideal for use in any collaborative environment. The F35 panorama effectively replaces any installation with two SXGA+ projectors side-by-side.

Home Theatre Special

Vivitek projector with embedded media player

The Vivitek D863 is a high-performance digital projector that offers exceptional digital images with full color saturation. This projector features native XGA resolution, multiple connectivity options and 3000 ANSI Lumen of brightness. Add 3D-ready capabilities, and the D863 is the ideal projector for just about any multimedia/video applications. Great functionality, high performance and excellent value for money, all found in the Vivitek D863.



Integrated media and document viewer conveniently plays documents, photos, videos and audio files without the need to connect a PC

http://www.avc.co.za/pages/products/projectors/vivitek.php

PTN Modular Wall Plates - COMING SOON !!!

PTN's new modular Wallplate products will be available in South Africa before the end of 2012. Available in Single and Double gang models. 9 different input modules are available with all the common AV connections.

To learn more about PTN Products, visit www.ptnelectronics.co.za 

AVC updates it's BBBEE status

Audio Visual Centre has achieved a Level 4 BBBEE rating. This enables customers to claim 100% of their total spend with AVC towards the preferential procurement measurement for their own BBBEE rating. 

A copy of AVC's BBBEE verification certificate is available on-line at the following LINK

Pro-Systems News South Africa: Digital Issue 3rd Quarter 2012

Very interesting publication of South Africa's AV Industry.  Some great articles on AV installations and AV System Products.

Click here to view the digital issue of Pro-Systems News l 3rd quarter 2012, where you will find the latest technology news in AV System Integration, Live Events and Studio & Broadcast Audio