Frankfurt/Kronach. – Loewe AG has won the Grand Prix at the “Good Design 12” awards: the Deutsche Designer Club e.V. (DDC) competition which this year invited submissions on the theme of “Added brand value through design”. The Grand Prix was the highlight of a celebratory gala evening in Frankfurt.

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 Kronach. – Renowned film director Francis Ford Coppola (The Godfather Trilogy, Apocalypse Now, Dracula) has recently restored and renovated a 5-star boutique hotel, Palazzo Margherita, in the historic centre of Bernalda in Basilicata, Italy, the hometown of his grandfather, Agostino. The project fully respected local architectural traditions and building techniques resulting in a magnificent residence, with fine stucco decoration and fresco paintings restored to their original splendour

Bringing Hi-Def 3D projection to its most affordable price point ever, Optoma, the best-selling DLP projector brand in the Americas, has introduced the HD33, the first full 1080p 3D projector available for less than € 1,600

Onkyo, purveyor of feature-packed AVRs, can now lay claim to being the Britain's favourite receiver brand for the third year in a row, following the release of sales figures by GfK that showed it has a 29% market share.

David Anderson, Onkyo UK's general manager, equates the good news to consumer faith in the brand. 'Onkyo managed to increase its brand share in sales terms from 27.6% in 2009 to 29% of the total market in 2010, proof that as times get tough consumers put their faith in brands that consistently deliver top performance and value for money. British home cinema fans are voting with their wallets.'

New iScan Duo firmware v2.30 The iScan Duo's 3D Pass-Through feature allows 3D content to pass through the Duo unprocessed and be viewed on 3D displays and projectors. Watch video on two displays simultaneously with the new Dual Simultaneous Output feature. CMS Day and Night modes provide independent settings for optimum daytime and night time viewing.

Onkyo is pleased to announce that it will launch a free iPhone/iTouch-compatible Remote Control App for its Networked AV receivers at the end of January 2011.

The Onkyo Remote Control App will turn any iPhone or iTouch into a versatile, fully-functional, touch-driven wireless remote control that will integrate seamlessly with Onkyo's upcoming range of next generation Networked AV receivers, as well as many current and older networked models.

The App will replicate day-to-day operations such as altering volume/balance/mute/input selection/listening modes etc. Gesture control will also be incorporated and owners will be able to browse Internet Radio station lists as well as content held on NAS (Network Attached Storage).

The App will offer full control of most of the functionality on Onkyo's upcoming next generation AV receivers (launching in 2011) as well as much of the functionality on current ***8 series AV receivers (TX-NR708, 808, 1008, 3008, 5008, and PR-SC5508). Owners of ***7 series AV receivers will be able to use the App to control basic receiver functions such as volume up/down, changing inputs etc.

Compatible Onkyo AV receivers will need to be connected to a wireless router via Ethernet. Further details about the Onkyo Remote Control App for iPhone/iTouch will be released early in Q1 of 2011

ONKYO UNVEILS NEW HIGH-END STEREO COMPONENTS

Onkyo, a company with over 60 years of experience in quality audio, proudly announces the release of a new range of elite, flagship hi-fi components: the P-3000R pre-amplifier, M-5000R power amplifier, and C-7000R CD player.

While Onkyo is today better known as the UK's number one selling home cinema receiver maker, its origins were in 2-channel audio. The release of this series is the fulfilment of a long-held ambition within the company, not to mention something of a return to its roots.

The standards of construction, engineering and, of course, sound quality, are, quite simply, of the highest order…

Pordenone, Italy – 6 September 2010 - The Grand Cinema™ MICO 50 videoprojector has received accolades worldwide for its unique design and innovative technology. Recently it has received one of the highest honors from the European Imaging and Sound Association (EISA) who chose it as a Best Product 2010-2011. The awards ceremony was held during the Internationale Funkausstellung (IFA) Trade Show in Berlin on Friday, 3 September 2010.

Berlin, Germany – Like to play games or watch videos on your iPad™ but miss the really immersive sound? The new Philips Fidelio docking speaker (DS8550) delivers stunning sound from your iPod™, iPhone™ or iPad. With wireless Bluetooth streaming or docking the iPadTM, it’s simple to enhance the sound coming from your iPad™ wherever you like, and enjoy gaming, video and other entertainment. 

Onkyo, creator of world-class home entertainment products, announced the release of the CS-V645 mini DVD receiver system with built-in iPod dock and USB connectivity. Also incorporating a pair of Onkyo D-045 speakers, this 1080p-capable system provides a high-quality, space-saving, all-in-one solution for customers who don’t require a system of separate components.

KEY FEATURES

• Sources: DVD, CD, iPod, FM Tuner, USB, Auxiliary analog input
• 2 x 40 W power output (JEITA)
• Built-in iPod dock
• HDMI output with 1080p video upscaling
• Front-panel USB input and portable audio input
• Component video output
• Composite video output (including video output for iPod)
• Digital coaxial audio output (for recorders)
• Audio input and output
• Subwoofer pre-out
• Headphone jack
• FM tuner with 20 presets
• Alarm clock

Loewe presents designer furniture optimally tailored to televisions and audio components with the extension of the successful Loewe Rack line – the perfect complement to the new Individual LCD TV. The Loewe Rack is the ideal partner for the Loewe product range – whether combined with a flat-screen television from the Art, Connect or Individual product lines, or one of the numerous system components, for example, the various speakers, subwoofers or playback devices such as the AudioVision audio system with integrated DVD player, or the BluTech Vision Interactive Blu-ray player. The new rack models now also provide integration solutions for a Center Speaker or Sound Projector. The necessary cables can be optimally stored out of sight in the Rack.

• Highly individual configuration potential
• LED backlighting
• Full-HD with motion reproduction at up to 400Hz
• Energy-efficient all-round solution
• New user menu and new multimedia functions

Loewe soon extends the successful Individual line by two further models – the Individual is also available in a compact 32 inch version or with a spectacular 55 inch screen diagonal for the larger living rooms. With this the 40 and 46 inch versions are flanked by two important screen sizes. With both of these new devices, Loewe also offers incomparable design freedom in terms of colour, design, sound and set-up options and technical features. In this way Individual lends itself to being tailored to personal tastes like no other home entertainment system.

• Individual Sound Projector: super-slim housing delivers genuine 7.1 surround sound with one single component
• Individual Stand Speaker SL: an extremely flat construction, combining high precision audio with elegant design

Loewe brings a true cinema atmosphere to the homes of cinephiles. With the Loewe Individual Sound Projector and the Individual Stand Speakers, the living room is transformed into your own cinema. The aim is no less than the fulfilment of the most exacting audio desires, with the most compact dimensions and perfect design.

The Loewe Reference home entertainment system has received the red dot: best of the best award at a gala ceremony held at the Aalto Theatre in Essen. The system consists of the Reference 52 flat screen TV and Reference Mediacenter on the Reference Floor Panel Medium stand, the ultra-slim Reference Sound Standspeakers, Reference Sound subwoofer and Assist Media multifunction remote control and was designed by Phoenix Design of Stuttgart together with Loewe. In addition, the Loewe Art 32 SL television, also by Phoenix Design, received a red dot award. “We are delighted to receive these awards, which show that Loewe offers consistently high design quality right across its product range,” said Loewe CEO Frieder C. Löhrer.

Onkyo, the UK's No.1 home cinema receiver maker, announces the release of two new landmark, high-end products: the TX-NR5008 and TX-NR3008 network-enabled home cinema receivers. Both models offer a dazzling array of state of the art technologies, user-friendly home cinema features, and THX Ultra2 Plus certification. They also support network audio streaming, versatile multi-room set-up capabilities, iPhone/iPod playback over USB (with cover art display), and fully immersive, 3D-compatible home cinema.

Doneo projects installation team have installed a 4.7m wide electric projection screen at a local school. The Elite VMax screen is partnered with an equally impressive high power Optoma projector. With 5000 ANSI lumen output the EP783S DLP projector produces rich, crisp images over a screen area of almost seventeen square meters!

The installed wall connection plates provide connectivity of VGA, Composite Video, network and HDMI video. Network connectivity allows for control of the projector via a network connected computer.

Crestron, the world leader in touchpanel control, has the only industry iPad™ app to achieve top 100 status in iTunes® store "Top Grossing iPad Apps".  Crestron has expanded its industry leadership with the Mobile Pro™ G iPad™ app, a seamless merging of iPad magic and Crestron innovation. The Crestron app is designed to take advantage of the entire iPad screen, and includes a beautiful graphic template with user-selectable backgrounds that is available free from the Crestron website.

Kronach. – The Mediacenter from Loewe is a true all-rounder. It plays CDs and DVDs and can also receive radio via antenna, cable and satellite or from the Internet. Digital music files on hard drives or within your own network can also be accessed, as can those from iPods or iPhones. Within the system network, it is of course also possible to control the external BluRay Player via the Mediacenter – with just the touch of a button on the Assist Media remote control. And all of this is enclosed in minimalistic housing made from brushed aluminium and glass.

Bose has introduced new Lifestyle® V-Class® and T-Class™ home theatre systems, combining proprietary 5.1 surround sound with the new Bose Unify™ intelligent integration system -- a breakthrough technology that overcomes much of the growing complexity of setting up and using home theatre systems.  Now, connecting speakers and devices, programming remotes, and accessing content is easier and faster than ever before.  

1st July 2010: Onkyo, the UK's No1 home cinema receiver maker, announces the release of three new mid- and upper mid-range network-enabled models for 2010: the TX-NR1008, TX-NR808, and TX-NR708. Each is THX® Select2 Plus™ certified and offers the latest processing and user-friendly features to support network audio streaming (with playback of FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) music, iPhone®/iPod®-compatible USB input, multi-room set-ups and fully immersive 3D-capable home cinema with multi-dimensional surround sound to match.

Onkyo are pleased to offer this firmware update for the best possible performance of your AV Receiver.

TX-NR807 (Software version: Ver. 1.10)
TX-NR1007, TX-NR3007, TX-NR5007, PR-SC5007 (Software version: Ver.1.08)

Solve following problems:
1. Stabilizes operation immediately after power is turned on
(thereby avoiding problems of no sound output after AV Receiver have
been in the Standby mode with Network control: Enable).

2. Improves the playback stability of a selected WMA Internet radio
stations.

3. Improves the delay in start of Internet Radio in Zone 2.

Further information about the firmware update can be found in Onkyo service area.

Doneo Co. Ltd, have been appointed as the Malta Distributors for Onkyo

Kronach. – The 50 winners of the coveted iF gold awards were announced at a lavish award ceremony marking the CeBIT opening day. The Loewe Reference caused a sensation receiving a total three gold iF awards. The internationally renowned jury, which included designer Sophie Lovell (Berlin), Cédric Ragot (Montreuil) and Chiaki Murata (Osaka), had particular praise for the outstanding design of the Reference 52 TV, the Reference Sound Standspeaker electrostat speakers and the Reference Floor Panel Medium set-up option. “Here, once again, material and design quality are united in complete harmony. Understated, elegant and extremely unusual and innovative as an ensemble, Loewe succeeds in constantly surprising us and reinventing itself. The design, however, remains true to the line, fitting perfectly into the product range. In addition, the Reference Mediacenter with Floor Stand, the Assist Media remote control and the Xelos 32 SL flat screen TV were also awarded an iF product design award 2010.

New season Onkyo home cinema receivers put emphasis on innovation, performance and value

THX Select2 certification, Audyssey DSX and 1080p upscaling – at new price points - among the Springtime highlights

The long standing relationship between Doublesin & Zammit Ltd and Doneo Co. Ltd. is now to be formalized by the formation of a new joint venture in the form of a third company, DZD Co. Ltd. This new company will purely handle Philips Consumer Electronics, Accessories and Peripherals.

Exclusive solutions have always enjoyed a high status at Loewe. This also applies to room integration for Loewe’s Home Cinema systems. The Loewe Individual Rack, designed by Loewe, is the ideal partner for the Loewe product range – whether combined with a flat-screen television from the Art, Connect or Individual product lines, or one of the numerous system components, for example, the various speakers, subwoofers or playback devices such as the AudioVision audio system with integrated DVD player, or the BluTech Vision Interactive Blu-ray player. The necessary cables can be optimally hidden in the Rack. Following its successful presentation at the IFA 2009, the first two models are now being launched on the market.

01 April 2010 - Onkyo UK confirmed today that its home cinema products currently being rolled out and on sale after March 2010 will be compatible with the “Side-By-Side (Half)” and “Top-and-Bottom” 3D video formats*1. These formats have been added by HDMI Licensing, LLC*2 as mandatory formats for 3D broadcast content in the specification for HDMI version 1.4a.