Planar Systems, Inc. is expanding its arsenal of high-performance video display solutions as the PD8130 and PD8150 1080p single-chip projectors bring a new level of performance and design elements yet available at its price point. Designed exclusively for the specialty home theater market, Planar’s newest projectors set new precedent for the top-quality and versatility that custom integrators and their customers can now demand of HD video displays. “Planar made a promise when we entered the custom channel; we would deliver category changing products built on our technology and display heritage,” stated Scott Hix, Planar’s VP and General Manager HTBU. “The PD8130 and PD8150 are evidence to the types of inspiring products we intend to deliver.”

Runco is again expanding the brand’s Video Xtreme™ line of 1080p DLP™ projectors with the introduction of its VX-22i featuring CineWide with Autoscope. The VX-22i joins the prestigious line of Runco 3-chip projectors, building upon the best-selling platform of Runco’s VX-22d and featuring an integrated, advanced all-digital controller. Like the Runco VX-22d, the VX-22i offers a high-definition integration projector, tested and certified by the THX® Certified Display program with legendary Runco 3-chip projector performance and screen-filling power.

Italian manufacturer SIM2 is announcing an important upgrade to its most accessible 1080p front-projector model. The new DOMINO D80E single-chip DLP®-based model builds on the success of the very popular award-winning original D80, by integrating key technology advancements trickled down from SIM2’s renowned Grand Cinema series. Perhaps just as important, the new DOMINO D80E carries no price premium over the original D80, with its M.S.R.P. remaining unchanged at $8495.

Planar Systems, Inc. has announced three new 1080p projectors. Designed exclusively for the specialty home theater market, Planar’s newest projection line fulfills the channel’s growing demand for top-quality, high-definition video displays for the next-generation of home theater enthusiasts.

Optoma, one of the leading manufacturers of digital projection and display devices, announced the shipping of its new DLP 1080p home theater projector, the Optoma HD80. The HD80 is the price performance home theater projector that offers native 1080p resolution, outstanding features, functionality and value. The HD80 will be offered at an estimated street price of $2,699.00 at key retailers around the country.