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NEC Solutions America Unveils Next Generation of Large Screen DLP Cinema Projector; New Starus NC2500S Digital Cinema Projector Boasts Industry-First Features

RANCHO CORDOVA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 24, 2005--NEC Solutions (America), Inc. today announced the availability of the largest in its line of Starus(TM) Digital Cinema projectors, the NC2500S. An advanced large screen digital cinema projector, the Starus NC2500S combines the highest resolution 2k DLP Cinema(R) technology from Texas Instruments with the brilliance of NEC's digital displays.

The Starus NC2500S Digital Cinema projector is the only projector with lens memory that simplifies displaying different types of content with different aspect ratios by enabling the operator to pre-set the lens shift position, zoom and focus. The Starus NC2500S is also the only DLP Cinema projector with lamp power memory, which allows the operator to maintain constant screen brightness regardless of the aspect ratio. Standard film projector lamps can be used in the NC2500S, and lamps can be replaced simply through the back of the projector, even in cramped spaces.

"NEC's Starus NC2500S is designed to light the largest cinema screens, and offers greater enhancements to the projected images of large theatres," said Kurt Schwenk, general manager, Digital Cinema Division of NEC Solutions America. "We are proud to work with studios, exhibitors and Strong Digital, a division of Ballantyne of Omaha, to deliver reliable digital cinema solutions that enhance the audience's experience. The feedback to date has been overwhelmingly positive."

At 115Kg, the Starus NC2500S is the lightest in its class and offers a contrast ratio of 2000:1. With an optional touch-panel control, the NC2500S is the only DLP Cinema projector on the market with a built-in multi-media switcher that boasts a Realta(TM) processor with HQV(TM) technology powered by Teranex. HQV delivers high quality de-interlacing, pixel-based noise reduction, automatic per pixel film/video cadence detection, and detail enhancement.

The Starus NC2500S incorporates the Texas Instruments DLP Cinema technology features, including CineLink(TM), CineCanvas(TM), CinePallette(TM), CineBlack(TM), and projects concentrated black images allowing it to faithfully reproduce input sources, like digital cinema, that require high resolution and high contrast. An advanced prism assembly minimizes dust and reduces maintenance costs. The advanced liquid cooling system enhances the reliability of the projector.

All of NEC's Starus projectors comply with DCI's Digital Cinema System Specification for contrast ratio, colorimetry and uniformity. NEC is one of three manufacturers with the rights to incorporate this technology into their projectors. NEC Solutions America is the sole provider of NEC projectors using Texas Instruments DLP Cinema technology in the Americas, and is leading the industry in display development and fulfillment. NEC Solutions America will be showcasing the new Starus NC2500S DLP Cinema projector and its full range of Digital Cinema and ADVASuite(TM) In-Theatre Advertising solutions at ShowEast 2005 in Orlando, Fl., October 24-27; Suite Q.

NEC's Starus Digital Cinema Solution

Utilizing best-of-class technology innovations, the NEC Solutions America Digital Cinema Division leverages NEC's world-class expertise in visual display products, infrastructure, and integration services to develop specialized, system-wide solutions for the delivery and management of digital content. By combining the expertise of movie-making professionals with the technological innovation of NEC, the Digital Cinema Division is creating all-encompassing, practical digital cinema solutions that meet the requirements of the cinema industry.

NEC's Starus Digital Cinema solution combines the immaculate imagery of digital cinema projection with NEC's award-winning fault tolerant server technology. NEC's Starus Digital Cinema solution offers the most comprehensive digital cinema solution on the market today. Utilizing high-speed fibre channel connectivity, exhibitors can now alleviate the "Thursday night challenge" by enabling the transfer of movies from screen to screen in minutes controlled from a single or multiple locations. NEC designed the Starus Digital Cinema solution to deliver simple multiplex and presentation management in addition to seamless integration at a competitive price.

About NEC Solutions America

NEC Solutions (America), Inc. is a premier provider of integrated solutions for the Connected Enterprise in North America. As an affiliate of NEC Corporation (NASDAQ:NIPNY) (FTSE:6701q.1), NEC Solutions America taps into a global resource network to help clients leverage technology to achieve a competitive edge. From corporate performance management and biometric security solutions to digital cinema and in-theatre advertising systems, visual displays and server solutions, the expertise is delivered with the personal attention needed to address individual situations. With headquarters in Rancho Cordova, California, NEC Solutions America serves a wide range of markets, including the healthcare and public safety, financial services, cinema, retail and manufacturing markets. Information regarding NEC Solutions America can be found at www.necsam.com.

NEC is a registered trademark of NEC Corporation. All Rights Reserved. (C)2005 NEC Solutions (America), Inc. DLP Cinema is a registered trademark and CineLink, CineCanvas, CinePallette and CineBlack are trademarks of Texas Instruments Inc. Realta and HQV (Hollywood Quality Video) are trademarks of Silicon Optix Inc. All other trademarks are of the respective owners.