Barco | Press Releases

Future IMAX theaters to be exclusively powered by Barco

Tue, 7 Feb 2012 15:00

Kortrijk, Belgium, 7 February 2012 – Barco, a worldwide leader in the Digital Cinema industry, announced today that it has been selected by IMAX Corporation as the exclusive, worldwide projection technology partner for its IMAX® theaters for the next seven years. Through its selection of Barco's Guinness World Record winning Xenon lamp-based digital projectors, IMAX will immediately enhance The IMAX Experience® in its global cinema network. In addition, IMAX theaters will benefit from a new generation of high-performance, laser-based projectors, which are expected to be deployed in 2013.

Barco impresses large-screen theater experts with laser projection technology showcase at Moody Gardens Digital Cinema Symposium

Thu, 2 Feb 2012 08:00

Rancho Cordova, Calif., USA – 2 February, 2012 – Digital cinema pioneer and world-record holder of the brightest DC projector, <A href="http://www.barco.com">Barco</A> publicly unveiled its laser projector technology, showcasing levels of brightness and color saturation never seen before to exhibitors and industry luminaries at the 2nd Annual Moody Gardens Digital Cinema Symposium in Galveston, Texas from January 9-10, 2012.

Epic Theatres selects Barco for 69 screens including exclusive "Epic XL" premium cinema experience

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 07:00

Rancho Cordova, Calif., USA – 24 January 2012 – <A href="http://www.barco.com/">Barco</A>, world record holder for the brightest DC projector, has been selected by Epic Theatres of DeLand, Fla. to convert 69 screens to digital projection with its industry-leading DLP Cinema® projectors. Included in this deployment is the installation of two <A href="http://www.barco.com/en/product/2310">DP4K-32B</A> models for two “Epic XL” large-format premium cinema screens in its new Deltona, Florida location.

Barco celebrates Cinemark's 100 percent digital cinema projector deployment

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 07:00

Cinemark completes U.S. digital cinema conversion with Barco projectors in only 18 months Rancho Cordova, Calif., USA – 11 January 2012 – Digital cinema pioneer and holder of the world record for the brightest DC projector, <A href="http://www.barco.com/">Barco</A> announced today that it has completed Cinemark's digital cinema projector deployment, shipping and installing the final projector in <A href="http://www.barco.com/en/pressrelease/2487">Cinemark's national digital cinema roll-out</A> comprising over 3,400 screens.

Barco and D3D Cinema partner to showcase industry-first, premium screen technologies at Moody Gardens Digital Cinema Symposium

Wed, 4 Jan 2012 07:00

Rancho Cordova, Calif., USA – 4 January 2012 – <A href="http://www.barco.com/">Barco</A>, world record holder for the brightest digital cinema projector, is teaming with museum cinema integration pioneer D3D Cinema to showcase an unprecedented array of “industry-first” digital cinema technologies. Demonstrations of Barco's large-format, premium screen solution – including <A href="http://www.barco.com/en/product/2310">Enhanced 4K DLP Cinema®</A> 3D, a comparison of high frame rate movie presentations, <A href="http://www.barco.com/en/product/2439">Auro-3D</A> multi-channel three dimensional audio system, and other innovations – will be presented to industry experts at the 2nd Annual Moody Gardens Digital Cinema Symposium from January 9-10, 2012 in Galveston, Texas.

Barco Digital Cinema projectors selected for brand-new cineplex in Singapore

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 09:00

Kortrijk, Belgium, 27 December 2011 – Barco, a technology leader in the Digital Cinema industry, is proud to announce that Golden Village Multiplex Pte Ltd., Singapore's leading cinema exhibitor, will equip its new multiplex, Golden Village Katong, with Barco's projector technology. Golden Village Katong is a fully digital cinema multiplex comprising eight auditoriums. The installation includes Barco's ultra-bright DP2K-12C, DP2K-20C and DP2K-23B projector models.

Barco confirms market share of 40 percent as DLP Cinema projectors break through 50,000 unit barrier

Thu, 8 Dec 2011 17:00

Kortrijk, Belgium, 8 December 2011 - On the occasion of CineAsia 2011, Digital Cinema pioneer Barco announced that its Digital Cinema projector install base currently represents 40% of the total DLP Cinema®-based projector fleet worldwide. Barco's communication follows <A href="http://www.dlpcinema.com/technology/dlp-press-releases/press-release.aspx?id=1510">earlier press releases issued by Texas Instruments DLP Cinema®</A> and one of its licensees. In line with a <A href="http://www.barco.com/digitalcinema/pressrelease/2778/">company announcement</A> released last August, Barco's total projector deliveries currently amount to more than 20,000 units – the result of a spectacular growth over the last three years.

Barco Expands its Chinese Film Industry Penetration by Supplying Digital Cinema Projectors to Beijing Film Company

Wed, 7 Dec 2011 05:00

Beijing, China, 7 December 2011 – Barco, a world leader in visual technology and display solutions, is proud to announce that it has contracted to provide four digital cinema projectors – the DP2K-12C, -20C, -23B, and -32B – to the Beijing Film Company. This sophisticated equipment further enhances Beijing Film Company's film exhibition capacities and treats audiences to superior movie experiences and heightened cinema charm.

Barco and Doremi partner to develop industry's first DCI-compliant next-generation 3D sound system

Mon, 5 Dec 2011 10:00

Kortrijk, Belgium, 5 December 2011 – Barco, a key player in digital cinema technology, has teamed up with media block technology leader Doremi to bring the first DCI-compliant 3D sound system to the cinema market. Auro-3D®, powered by Barco and Auro Technologies, is an audio system that creates true 3D sound. Doremi will integrate the Auro-3D® codec in their Integrated Media Block (IMB) to create the first DCI-compliant multi-channel audio format for cinema exhibitors. In addition, the Auro-3D® codec allows for single inventory distribution compatible with current and future standards.

Barco selected to provide projectors for prestigious 42nd International Film Festival of India

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:00

Goa, India, 30 November 2011 – Barco, a global leader in digital cinema, is selected to play a part in the International Film Festival of India, which is held in Goa from 23 November to 3 December next. This year's edition of the festival, one of the biggest events of its kind in Asia, highlights the use of technology with a selection of 3D stereoscopic movies, amongst other features. Barco has provided four digital cinema projectors based on DLP technology. The DP2K-20c, DP2K-32b and DP2000 projectors ensure the consistent picture brightness, rich contrast and vibrant colors required to bring the filmmakers' cinematic creations to life.

Barco completes first U.S. Auro-3D installations for Cinemark, Regal Entertainment Group and AMC Entertainment

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 07:00

Leading digital cinema provider continues groundbreaking deployments of true 3D audio solution for the world's three largest movie exhibitors Rancho Cordova, Calif., USA – 15 November 2011 – <A href="http://www.barco.com">Barco</A>, Guinness World Record holder for the brightest digital cinema projector, has successfully completed the first Auro-3D® installations in the United States at commercial theaters for the world's largest movie exhibitors: Cinemark (Dallas), Regal Entertainment Group (Los Angeles) and AMC Entertainment (Miami). These latest Auro-3D installations follow on the heels of deployments in <A href="http://www.barco.com/en/digitalcinema/pressrelease/2796/en">Russia</A> and <A href="http://www.barco.com/en/digitalcinema/pressrelease/2818/en">China</A>, now elevating the sensory experience at movie theaters on three continents.

The Giant Screen at Millennium Point, UK, benefits from Barco's large-format projection technology

Wed, 9 Nov 2011 17:00

Kortrijk, Belgium, 9 November 2011. Digital cinema pioneer Barco is pleased to announce that digital 3D cinema company D3D Cinema has installed Barco's large-format projection system at The Giant Screen at Millennium Point, Birmingham, UK. The installation – set up with two Barco Enhanced 4K DLP Cinema® projectors – was part of a larger refurbishment to transform Millennium Point's existing IMAX theater into an independent giant screen cinema. The VIP opening event featured a screening of The Adventures of Tintin in 3D.

Barco launches first 4K 3D projection + Auro 3D sound combination in Greater China in Wangfujing Cineplex

Tue, 8 Nov 2011 14:00

Kortrijk, Belgium, 8 November 2011 — Digital cinema pioneer Barco has launched its first 3D image plus 3D sound combination in greater China, more specifically in the Wangfujing Cineplex in Chengdu, China. This is the first time that Barco has provided both audio and visual technology in the digital cinema field. With the Wangfujing Cineplex launch, Barco is now offering its customers total audio/video digital cinema solutions.

Barco stelt eerste gecombineerde systeem van 4K 3D-beeld en Auro 3D-geluid voor in Groot-China, het Wangfujing Cineplex

Tue, 8 Nov 2011 14:00

Kortrijk, Belgie, 8 november 2011 — Barco, pionier op het vlak van digitale cinema, heeft zijn eerste gecombineerde systeem van 3D-beeld en 3D-geluid aan de wereld voorgesteld in Groot-China, meer specifiek in het Wangfujing Cineplex in het Chinese Chengdu. Dit is de allereerste keer dat Barco zowel de geluids- als beeldtechnologie levert voor een digitale bioscoop. Voortaan biedt Barco zijn klanten dus een totaaloplossing voor digitaal geluid en beeld.

Barco teams up with Datasat and THX® for commercial roll-out of Auro-3D® cinema sound

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 07:55

Kortrijk, Belgium, 27 October 2011 – Barco, Guinness World Record holder for the brightest digital cinema projector, announced today that it is partnering with THX® and Datasat Digital Entertainment to bring Auro-3D® sound technology to commercial theaters. Datasat is Barco's partner for the manufacturing of the audio processor and THX collaborates with Barco on enhancements to optimize performance of the Auro-3D® system for commercial cinemas. Together, they apply vast experience and proficiency in digital cinema sound to the Auro-3D® roll-out.

Cinepolis selects Barco as its digital cinema projector supplier for upcoming 3,000-screen deployment

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 17:40

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Kortrijk, Belgium, 26 October 2011 – World's fourth-largest movie exhibitor will deploy Barco projectors exclusively for the conversion of its remaining film-based auditoriums, as well as equipping its new theater sites.

Barco and Dolby to present industry's first single-projector high frame rate digital cinema demos at ShowEast 2011

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 08:00

Rancho Cordova, Calif., USA – 24 October 2011 – <A href="http://www.barco.com">Barco</A>, Guinness World Record holder for the brightest digital cinema projector, announced today that Barco and Dolby Laboratories, Inc. (NYSE:DLB) have teamed up to present first-ever high frame rate 2D and 3D digital cinema demos at ShowEast 2011.

Barco's Auro-3D® 11.1 cinema audio format selected by Lucasfilm Ltd. for the release of 'Red Tails'

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 17:00

Kortrijk, Belgium, 19 October 2011 – Barco, Guinness World Record holder for the brightest digital cinema projector, announced today that industry icon Lucasfilm Ltd. has embraced the Auro-3D® 11.1 audio format for the commercial release of Lucasfilm's latest movie 'Red Tails', slated for release on 20 January, 2012. Auro-3D® allows the creative forces behind today's most successful films to envelop the audience in rich realistic sound for a more compelling motion picture experience.

Prehistoric Digital selects Barco's latest digital cinema post-production projector

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 07:00

Rancho Cordova, Calif., USA – 18 October 2011 – Barco, Guinness World Record holder for the brightest DC projector, stakes claim to Hollywood's post-production industry with its latest digital cinema post-production projector, recently acquired by Prehistoric Digital of Los Angeles, CA. Built using the same highly efficient light engine which achieved the world record for brightness, Barco's <A href="http://www.barco.com/en/product/2299">DP2K-P</A> is designed specifically to meet the stringent quality specifications of the post-production community.

SR Entertainment Group continues digital cinema deployment with 65 more Barco DLP Cinema projectors

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 07:00

Rancho Cordova, CA, USA – 11 October 2011 – Barco, Guinness World Record holder for the brightest DC projector, installed 65 screens in rapid succession, completing all installations in just five days in sites spanning from Northern to Southern California.

Barco and Nevafilm complete first European true 3D audio installation

Thu, 6 Oct 2011 17:00

Kortrijk, Belgium, 6 October 2011. Visualization pioneer Barco and digital cinema partner Nevafilm are proud to announce that they have successfully installed Auro-3D, a truly immersive audio technology to reproduce 3D sound, at Jam Hall cinema in St Petersburg, Russia. In combination with 3D images, Auro-3D encapsulates movie fans even more within the action. With this installation, Jam Hall is one of the first cinemas worldwide and the first in Europe to be able to offer this new experience to its movie fans.

Barco introduces next-generation, large-format digital cinema package, merging the only DCI-compliant Enhanced 4K DLP Cinema projector with the industry's best multi-dimensional audio system

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 17:00

Continuing its long tradition of technology leadership, Barco is revolutionizing the giant screen film industry with the introduction of its new, premium-quality turnkey projection system which offers exhibitors a more affordable, higher quality solution for large-format movie presentation. The new system combines Barco's industry-leading 4K projectors with Barco's exclusive audio system. This audio solution enhances a typical 5.1 installation to 11.1, and creates a one-of-a-kind immersive cinema experience.

Malco Theatres to complete full-scale digital cinema deployment with 120 more Barco projectors

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 08:30

Rancho Cordova, California, USA – 31 August 2011 – Barco, Guinness World Record Holder for the brightest DC projector, has been awarded an order for another 120 projectors, completing Malco's conversion of its entire circuit to digital.

Barco joins forces with China Film Group to develop digital cinema market in China

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:00

New company – CFG Barco (Beijing) Electronics Co. Ltd. – is formally established

Barco delivers world's first commercial dual 4K DLP Cinema Projection System

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 08:00

Partnering with D3D Cinema and Dolby to produce an immersive 3D movie experience, Barco makes history by providing its DLP Cinema® Enhanced 4K DP4K-32B projectors for the inaugural installation of a 4K Double Projection System in the DynaTheater at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Cine Plaza SuntoMoon is the first fully DCI compliant theater in Japan, powered by Barco

Tue, 5 Jul 2011 11:30

Tokyo, Japan, 5 July 2011. Shizukatsu Co., Ltd., a leading player in Japan's urban leisure industry, has selected Barco's DLP cinema projectors to make its Cine Plaza SuntoMoon cinema complex fully digital.

Barco chosen by Empire Theatres to complete its 386-screen deployment, exclusively deploying Barco 2K and 4K projectors.

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 16:45

Empire Theatres, a partner in the Canadian Digital Cinema Partnership (CDCP) and the second largest exhibitor in Canada, continues to differentiate the theatre experience for its customers by selecting the brightest projectors in the world, and is expected to complete conversion of its sites by early 2012.