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Planar expands StereoMirror display line

June 12, 2006

BEAVERTON, Ore. - Planar Systems announced in a news release the latest advancements in 3-D stereoscopic LCD displays with the availability of its StereoMirror 20- and 23-inch wide monitors. The new 20- and 23-inch monitors will offer flicker-free images and optimal user-comfort for geoscientists, cartographers, engineers, image analysts and environmental planners. The larger formats, intense depth-perception and increased stereo contrast allow users to more accurately extract 3-D data and differentiate images to map terrain, identify boundaries, plan missions and investigate habitats.

The SD2020 and SD2320W allow users to view stereo images independent of position, using lightweight polarized glasses that are similar to sunglasses. Because both eyes see a continuous, full resolution and flicker-free image, the monitor can be used for an entire workshift without discomfort in normal office lighting. Alternatively, CRT stereoscopic displays can cause eyestrain, headaches or even nausea from alternately blinking right and left images. Autostereo displays, which do not require a user to wear glasses, restrict users, forcing them to position their heads in a specific "sweet spot" with no room for movement over extended periods of time while delivering full resolution to each eye.

Beyond the applications for stereo 3-D imaging, Planar is exploring emerging imaging applications, including molecular modeling, CAD/architecture and PC computer gaming.