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June 11, 2009 | Navy Pier at the Lakeview Terrace
Hours: 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
FREE online registration for the EXPO includes all panels, exhibit hall and Intensive Workshops.
Easy Access to Navy Pier with FREE Trolley Service - click here for the map and schedule. Location and Directions: The Lakeview Terrace is on the second floor off of Entrance #2, Lobby 3 towards the east end of Navy Pier.
Meet key manufacturers, technologists, and experts covering the entire spectrum of production and post production.
Click here for a list of all exhibitors at HD EXPO.
JVC Professional Products
Road Show Demo: June 11th, 2:45 PM - 3:15 PM
JVC Professional Products Company will unveil their next generation ProHD camcorders in the Midwest. The GYHM700 records directly to inexpensive but reliable SDHC memory cards QuickTime (.MOV) format for Final Cut Pro, and can also 
record Sony’s XDCAM EX format with the optional KA-MR100G SxS Media Recorder module. This revolutionary new product, and new GYHM100 camcorder, along with JVC’s popular DTV series monitors will be on display in our booth at HD EXPO Chicago. For more information, please visit www.jvc.com/pro - SEE THE VIDEO
Contact:
Marion Ciliberto - mciliberto@jvc.com
AJA Video Systems
Road Show Demo: June 11th, 3:45 PM - 4:15 PM
www.aja.com
AJA's new award-winning Ki Pro is a portable tapeless device that records files to the Apple ProRes 422 codec directly from camera, connecting production and post. Virtually any video/audio source can be fed into Ki Pro to record pristine 10-bit ProRes 422 media, immediately available for editing within Apple’s Final Cut Studio. Ki Pro allows filmmakers, broadcasters and video professionals to skip the process of re-rendering to an editing codec by creating edit-ready ProRes 422 files directly from camera. Ki Pro records hours of media to a removable storage module with built in FireWire 800 or to 34mm ExpressCard Flash. The device is a small, portable unit that can sit on a table, in a bay or mounted between a camera and tripod. Ki Pro is also ideal for on-set monitoring, providing instant access to multiple display devices simultaneously.
Contact:
Chuck Whitlock - chuckw@aja.com
Archiware
www.archiware.com
Makers of PresSTORE, an enterprise grade
data lifecycle management 
solution.
PresSTORE is based on the concept of an integrated media asset management and security solution. Media assets and data are managed throughout their life-cycle, from the moment of its creation to the inevitable backups over to long term archiving.
Contact:
Manny Rosado - manny@laurdaninc.com
Canon U.S.A. Inc.
www.usa.canon.com
Canon, a world leader and innovator in professional digital imaging equipment and precision engineered optics for broadcast television, high definition camcorders, and professional digital SLR cameras, offers a comprehensive lineup of HD video products including professional and consumer HD camcorders and now, EOS Digital SLR models.
The new EOS 5D Mark II features a huge 24x36mm Canon CMOS imaging sensor capturing stunning 21-megapixel still images or amazing EOS HD Video footage at Full HD 1080p resolution. The large Canon CMOS sensor, Canon DIGIC 4 processing engine, and the full range of almost 60 different Canon EF lenses produce cinematic images with incomparable depth-of-field characteristics, amazing capability in the lowest and poorest of lighting conditions, and deep clean blacks with little to no detectable noise.
Contact:
Kelvin Surgener - ksurgener@cusa.canon.com
Fujinon Inc.
www.fujinon.com
FUJINON EXPANDS CINEMA LENS FAMILY WITH FOUR NEW PL MOUNT ZOOMS
Fujinon will introduce four new PL Mount Zoom Lenses at HD Expo Chicago. The first lens, slated for delivery in June 2009, is the 18-85mm T2.0 Three additional zoom lenses in the series have an anticipated delivery of December 2009: 14.5-45mm T2.0; 24-180mm T2.6; and 75-400mm T2.8 - T4.0.
The PL Series has an advanced optics design to maximize image capture capabilities of current and emerging 35mm digital and film motion picture cameras. Four zooms provide unprecedented focal range choices from 14.5 to 400mm, all with very fast T stops and exceptional optical quality. Consistent front barrel size (136mm), uniform gear placement, and predictable color-matched performance facilitate efficient production and creative expression. With minimal breathing, 280 degree focus barrel rotation, accurate marks and comparable size and weights, Fujinon PL series will be ready for demanding production requirements today and tomorrow.
Fujinon’s PL Mount Series joins Fujinon’s family of quality Cinematography lenses, including E Series zoom and prime lenses, and C Series zoom lenses for 2/3” B4 mount format.
For more information about Fujinon Cinema Lenses, call (310) 536-0771, or visit Fujinon’s web site at www.fujinon.com.
Contact:
Alan Tanielia - atanielian@fujinon.com
IDX System Technology, Inc.
www.idxtek.com
Celebrating twenty years of providing Lithium Ion power system solutions to the broadcast industry, IDX now offers an adaptor to link their first-class batteries to Sony’s PMW-EX3 camcorder and PMW-EX30 deck.
The new V-Mount adaptor, Model A-E2EX3, is specifically engineered to interconnect IDX’s award-winning batteries to the popular camera and matching recording deck. By using the new backbone, PMW-EX3 and PMW-EX30 operators can take advantage of key IDX power features including high watt-hour capacity, lightweight design, and long-life cycles. And A-E2EX3’s D-Tap feature enables use of on-board accessories such as IDX’ X5-Lite, illuminating the equivalent of 50W halogen lights.
Vickii Chaffee - idx.usa@idx.tv
NewTek
www.newtek.com
www.mwmg.com
Demo the NewTek TriCaster™ with Midwest Media at HD EXPO June! Experience firsthand how TriCaster™ can help you create live network style television that is cost effective, doesn't require massive amounts of expensive equipment, or a large crew of people to make it work. In one small, lightweight, portable system (small enough to fit in a backpack) you have all the tools, including live virtual sets, required to create, broadcast, web stream and project your show.
TriCaster has become the standard in “portable live production” for major players like Fox Sports, MTV, VH-1, NBA D-League and the NHL. It is simply the most complete, reliable and efficient system available for live production and web streaming. The small footprint makes it possible to broadcast from literally anywhere and only requires one person to make it work. No matter where your live broadcast plans take you, there is a TriCaster in the TriCaster family perfect for you.
Join Midwest Media Group and NewTek on June 11th to see the latest TriCaster product in action. If you are a Corporate, Education, Worship, or Video Production Media professional, you don't want to miss this!
Contact:
Tiffany O’Connell – tiffany@mwmg.com
Women in Film Chicago
www.wifchicago.org
Women in Film Chicago is a nonprofit membership organization for all creative content professionals. With a focus on driving the advancement of women in this industry, WIFC provides a dynamic network to facilitate the exchange of ideas and opportunities and builds a solid educational platform to accelerate the professional development of our members.
WIF Chicago is part of a global community of film, television, advertising, and digital media professionals with 12,000 members internationally. We are the preeminent organization for the professional and educational advancement of our members, men and women alike, while contributing to the overall success of Chicago’s creative industry.
Contact:
info@wifchicago.org
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