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P R E S S R E L E A S E
Polaroid Expands Multimedia Presentation Line with Ultra-bright SVGA LCD Projector
Polaview 240 delivers brightness and detailed resolution for optimum presentation quality
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., -- June 7, 1999 Polaroid Corporation (NYSE: PRD) today
introduced one of the brightest portable SVGA projectors available the Polaview
240. Delivering 1500 ANSI lumens and true SVGA resolution of 800 x 600, the Polaview 240
provides sharp, accurate visuals for optimum performance in almost any presentation
environment.
Weighing just 13.6 pounds, the Polaview 240 is portable and
provides professionals with a high-quality, mobile presentation tool. Designed to produce
bright, vivid images, the Polaview 240 is ideal for multimedia presentations that include
advanced graphics and video. The systems adaptive digital gamma correction (ADGC)
works with the Polaview 240s LCD panels to adjust the color signal, resulting in
more vibrant colors and natural skin tones.
"The Polaview 240 offers the advanced projection
technology that is needed to support todays graphically enhanced multimedia
presentations with the flexibility of a portable projector," said Bill Orlansky,
senior marketing manager, Polaroid Digital Imaging Group. "With the expansion of its
multimedia presentation line, Polaroid will continue its commitment to providing
technologies that meet the ever-changing market demands."
The new Polaroid projector features a built-in PCMCIA-ATA
Type II card capability for computer-free presentations and a 1.5-watt speaker for
incorporating sound into a presentation. Additionally, the Polaview 240 is equipped with
an 18-function, backlit wireless remote with laser pointer, allowing a user to operate the
projector and mouse easily in a variety of presentation environments. The projector also
provides plug-and-play simplicity and automatic set up for both PC and Macintosh operating
systems.
Designed to meet a variety of projection needs, the
Polaview 240 is ideal for sales presentations, training sessions, visual analysis and
interpretation, reference and detail. With a projection distance that ranges from 2.8 to
44.3 feet, Polaview 240 also provides optimum performance in both large and small rooms.
Beyond traditional business presentation capabilities, Polaview 240 is an essential tool
for an array of applications in education, government, medical and scientific markets.
Availability and Compatibility
The Polaview 240 currently is available through authorized Polaroid dealers and
catalogs. The new Polaroid projector is compatible with PCs based on Windows, Macintosh
computers and workstations.
To obtain more information about the Polaview 240 or
Polaroids line of LCD projectors, customers may call 1-800-816-2611, extension D044
or access Polaroids Web site at www.polaroid.com.
About Polaroid
Polaroid Corporation, with annual sales of more than $1.8 billion in 1998, is the
worldwide leader in instant imaging. Polaroid supplies instant photographic cameras and
films; digital imaging hardware, software and media; secure identification systems;
graphics imaging systems; sunglasses and polarizers to markets worldwide.
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"Polaroid" and "Polaview" are
trademarks of Polaroid Corporation, Cambridge, MA USA. Other product names may be the
trademarks of their respective owners.
Media Contacts:
Tanya Kovilaritch or Julia Karpman
Paine & Associates
(714) 755-0400
tkovilaritch@painepr.com
jkarpman@painepr.com
Kim Reingold
Polaroid Corporation
(781) 386-2000
reingok@polaroid.com
Investor Contact:
Phil Ruddick
(781) 386-6638
ruddicp@polaroid.com
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