The new XPAND passive 3D systems, and glasses, follow the successful deployment of XPAND active 3D systems in 23 ABC Cinema theaters throughout the Netherlands in 2010. The first screens have already been installed in late December while the rest will be installed before the end of this year.
Paul Visser, owner and founder of ABC said: “3D is still a determining success parameter of digital cinema. XPAND’s 3D solutions offer our members and moviegoers both options i.e. either in active or in passive technology. New XPAND passive glasses procure an outstanding picture quality, and that is what it’s all about. With XPAND we can let our customers enjoy better quality, brightness, and clarity of 3D images!”
Continuing to raise the quality standard for cinematic 3D systems in the Netherlands, cinema systems integrator and service company dcinex NL (formerly FTT Filmtronics NL) is currently finalizing the installation of the 40 new passive 3D systems for ABC. The new installations are part of ABC’s continued commitment to providing state-of-the-art 3D theaters to its patrons.
“XPAND has been very supportive in bringing their new passive 3D solution to the Dutch exhibitors within the ABC group,” said Matthew Jones, General Manager of dcinex Benelux. “XPAND has always actively pursued high quality 3D and their new passive 3D system is no exception. Add in the excellent service we have enjoyed in our long standing business relationship with XPAND, and you have the two key ingredients that matter to both dcinex and our customers; high quality and great service,” added Mr. Jones.
“The XPAND team is delighted to keep working with ABC Group Cinema members who have decided to select XPAND new passive technology based on the successful cooperation in the past with XPAND”, stated XPAND CEO Maria Costeira. “ABC programmed theaters show a true determination to bring the very best in entertainment to their moviegoers, and their most recent investment in new 3D passive technology will deliver an unprecedented immersive viewing experience to their audiences.”
In December 2012, 6 brand new XPAND 3D systems were installed in Dutch theaters, while a total of 51 XPAND systems are now operational in The Netherlands.
About Amsterdam Booking Company B.V.:
Amsterdam Booking Company, which programs Dutch independent cinemas, is based in Amsterdam. Founded by Paul Visser in 2004, ABC was created to enable the independent cinemas to join forces and collectively program content, as well as gain management, marketing and overall strategy advice in such areas as digital deployment. Visser has over 25 years working experience in the film industry, mainly as a sales director at various distributors in the Netherlands. Further information can be found at: www.abcbooking.nl
About dcinex:
dcinex is the leading Pan-European provider of fully integrated and best in class solutions for movie operations. The company operates three business lines: Exhibitor, Content and Consulting Services. dcinex Exhibitor Services provides end-to-end solutions for movies theatres, from equipment financing, commercialization and deployment to training, maintenance and support services. dcinex Content Services offers a complete range of post-production, mastering and transcoding services, as well as Pan-European physical and electronic delivery and digital rights management. dcinex Consulting Services advises cinema operators, local authorities, real estate firms and corporate investors on all aspects of the cinema providing a.o. market research, feasibility studies, cinema design and lay-out, project management and expert witness.
About XPAND 3D:
XPAND 3D is the global leader in 3D technologies for cinema, with systems used by almost 10,000 3D cinemas in more than 50 countries. XPAND 3D is also the 3D solution of choice for home, business, post-production, education, military, medical, and professional 3D applications. XPAND 3D designs, manufactures, and OEMs, a range of consumer electronics 3D solutions that are driving the 3D revolution. XPAND is committed to advancing the state-of-the art in technology to provide consumers, businesses, educators and medical professionals with the comprehensive advantages of stereoscopic 3D. XPAND provides glasses on a linear scale from the most advanced and feature-packed, for sophisticated surgical, training, and home theater, to more ruggedized and affordable for cinema and mass-market use. X6D Limited is a global company whose products and services are marketed under the XPAND brand name.
Source: Press Release
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