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Sony Electronics Partners with VDCDS & Scalable Display at I/ITSEC 2014
Orlando, FL December 1, 2014
Scalable Display Technologies, a leading provider of display calibration software for military simulation display systems, VDC Display Systems, a Video Display Corporation company and a leading provider of simulation displays and Sony Electronics, manufacturer of the compact form factor VPL-GT100 4K projector, today announced their collaboration at the I/ITSEC trade show. VDCDS will use Scalable Display Managerâ„¢ software for automatic warp and blend with two blended Sony's VPL-GTZ1 4K laser ultra short throw projectors producing a full 8K x2K targeted at the simulation and Command and Control markets.
VDC Display Systems Announces Delivery of Display Systems
Cape Canaveral, August 15, 2014
VDC Display Systems, a division of Video Display Corporation (NASDAQ:VIDE), announced it has completed the initial delivery of Video Display Units (VDU) for the US Army Common Driver Trainer (CDT) Program to Raydon Corporation of Port Orange, FL.
As part of this effort, VDCDS developed and delivered a number of rugged High Resolution Visual Display Systems (HRVDS) for use on CDT systems for Tactical Wheeled Vehicle Variants. for the Army’s Program Executive Office for Simulation, Training and Instrumentation's (PEO STRI).
VDC Display Systems Announces Follow-on Display Systems Contract
Cape Canaveral, August 15, 2014 – VDC Display Systems, a division of Video Display Corporation (NASDAQ:VIDE), announced that firm booked order backlog has substantially increased after being awarded new orders for delivery of an additional number of rugged High Resolution Visual Display System (HRVDS) for the US Army Common Driver Trainer (CDT) Program for Raydon Corporation of Port Orange, FL.
VDC DISPLAY SYSTEMS ANNOUNCES ED BOLAND AS US DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Video Display Corporation September 4, 2014 12:17 PM
Atlanta, Georgia-– Video Display Corporation (NASDAQ: VIDE) is pleased to announce that the Company's VDC Display Systems subsidiary in Cape Canaveral, Florida, leading supplier of customized, integrated solutions for training, simulation, command and control, 3-D Immersive, planetariums, home theater and other specialized applications, has retained Mr. Ed Boland as the Company's US Director of Business Development.
Scalable Display Technologies and VDC Display Systems Partner With Sony Professional Solutions at I/ITSEC 2013
VDC Display Systems – Cape Canaveral, FL., Dec. 4, 2013
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Dec. 4, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Scalable Display Technologies, a leading provider of display calibration software for military simulation display systems, today announced that VDC Display Systems, a division of Video Display Corporation (Nasdaq:VIDE) have partnered to showcase Sony projection technology at booth (#1032) at this week’s I/ITSEC exhibition taking place at the Orange County Convention Center, Orlando FL, December 2 through December 5, 2013.
VDC Display Systems Partner With Sony Professional Solutions at I/ITSEC 2013
VDC Display Systems – Cape Canaveral, FL., Dec. 4, 2013
VDCDS, which specializes in the design and manufacture of high resolution display systems for simulation and training, is once again leading the industry with alternative light sources projectors from Sony. Sony’s VPLFHZ55/W4000 lm WUXGA Laser Light Source 3LCD Projector, based on a new laser phosphor illumination technology, will be highlighted. In addition, VDCDS will be promoting Sony’s VPLGT100 compact professional 4K SXRD projector with 2,000 lumens, currently in use on 360 degree WASP trainers.
VDC DS Selected by Lockheed Martin Aeronautics for Display System Upgrades
VDC Display Systems – Cape Canaveral, FL., Sept. 20, 2012
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla., Sept. 20, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Video Display Corporation (Nasdaq:VIDE), a worldwide leader in providing display solutions for Defense, Simulation and Training and commercial applications, is pleased to announce that its Simulation and Training Division, VDC Display Systems (VDC DS), has been awarded a contract and received the Purchase Order from Lockheed Martin Aeronautics for multiple Display System Upgrades.
Video Display Corporation Letter to Shareholders
Video Display Corporation – ATLANTA, Aug. 24, 2012
Video Display Corporation (Nasdaq:VIDE), a recognized leader in the manufacture and distribution of defense, medical and industrial display solutions, today is issuing the CEO’s “Annual Letter to Shareholders” containing excerpts from the 8/24/2012 CEO’s Address to Shareholders at the Company’s Annual Meeting in Stone Mountain GA and updating the Shareholders on earnings guidance and other events of significance.
VDC Introduces New Display System
Video Display Corporation – Wed, May 9, 2012 1:43 PM EDT
Video Display Corporation (Nasdaq:VIDE - News) is pleased to announce that its simulation division, VDC Display Systems (VDCDS), will launch the Workstation72, a new display product for multiple military and commercial uses at the ITEC 2012 Conference on May 22, 2012 in London UK. Based on VDCDS’s extensive experience in providing high resolution Display Systems in the Simulation and Training Industry, this new product utilizes Light Emitting Diode (LED) projectors installed in a self-contained, curved, wide screen (72″ W x 24″ H) display system. This design provides an immersive environment for the viewer that can be used in many applications. It blends multiple images into a single seamless 3040 W x 1024 H resolution image. Furthermore, as the LED projectors have no consumables or moving parts, they are virtually maintenance free.
VDC Display Systems Introduces New SSL Projector for Simulation Training
October 06, 2011
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla., Oct. 6, 2011 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Video Display Corporation (Nasdaq:VIDE) is pleased to announce that its simulation division, VDC Display Systems (VDCDS), has launched two new display products for use in military and commercial flight simulators. Based on VDCDS’s extensive experience of high resolution projector design, the SSL6250 (1920 x 1200) and SSL6050 (1920 x 1080) LED projectors have been successfully verified by independent experts to meet and/or exceed Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Level D full-flight simulator requirements, the strictest standard in use for full-flight simulation systems. Furthermore, as the design has no consumables or moving parts, it is virtually maintenance free.
Scalable Display Technologies Chosen by VDC Display Systems for U.S. Navy Aegis Program
September 12, 2011
Contract Represents Largest Channel Order for the Military Market in Company History Cambridge, MA, September 12, 2011 — Scalable Display Technologies, a leading provider of software for multi-projector-arrays multi mega-pixel displays, today announced that VDC Display Systems, a division of Video Display corporation (NASDAQ:VIDE) will be delivering a series of video walls for the U.S. Navy with a customized version of Scalable's EasyBlend software as a core piece of the system architecture. The program, titled Aegis Multi-Mission Display System (MMD), represents the largest bulk order for a command and control application in Scalable's history.
eyevis and VDC Sign Distributor Agreement
February 05, 2011
(PresseBox) ATLANTA/REUTLINGEN, 05.02.2011, Video Display Corporation (Nasdaq:VIDE), a worldwide leader in providing specialized display solutions for Medical, Industrial, simulation and Military applications and eyevis GmbH, Reutlingen, Germany, a worldwide leader in the production of large screen display systems utilized in control rooms, monitoring centers, information, communication, simulation and virtual reality, are pleased to announce the signing of an agreement that appoints Video Display Corporation as a North American Distributor of eyevis products. The Agreement enables VDC to market, sell, install, support and maintain eyevis products throughout North America.
VDC Display Systems New Technology Projectors Delivered for the U.S. Air Force Visual Threat Recognition and Avoidance Trainer (VRAT)
September 30, 2010
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla., Sept. 30, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Video Display Corporation (Nasdaq:VIDE) announced today that its VDC Display Systems (VDC DS) subsidiary has successfully installed a new upgrade for the existing display system on the Visual Threat Recognition and Avoidance Trainer (VTRAT) devices to train U.S. Air Force, Air Force Reserve, and Air National Guard crewmembers to recognize and respond to anti-aircraft threats.
VDC Display Systems Receives Additional Orders From L-3 Communications
June 22, 2010
Cape Canaveral, Florida – VDC Display Systems, a division of Video Display Corporation (NASDAQ:VIDE), reports that firm booked order backlog has substantially increased after being awarded $2.5 million dollars in additional orders from L-3 Link Simulation and Training for visual display systems and accessories for U.S. Air Force F-22 and Moroccan F-16 training devices. The training simulators provide for a typical range of training maneuvers – from formation flight, air refueling, weapons delivery, air-to-air and air-to-ground combat, emergency procedures, and take-off and landings. VDCDS has extensive experience delivering projection systems worldwide used in many commercial and military trainers, as well as complete solutions for a broad range of applications.
Video Display Corporation Achieves Significant Milestone for U.S. Marine Corps SAVT Program
April 1, 2010
ATLANTA, April 1, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Video Display Corporation (Nasdaq:VIDE) is pleased to announce that its VDC Display Systems division of Cape Canaveral FL (VDC DS) has successfully achieved Customer Final Acceptance for its first Visual System under the U.S. Marine Corps Supporting Arms Virtual Training (SAVT) program. The system is installed in a trainer that will be utilized to advance the training capability, operational readiness, and tactical proficiency of Joint Terminal Attack Controllers (JTAC’s), Joint Forward Observers (JFO’s), and Forward Air Controllers (FAC’s). The Display System is provided under a contract issued to TJ Drafting and Design, Christmas, Florida by the Marine Corps System Command, Orlando, Florida.
Video Display Corporation Chosen for US Marine Corps SAVT Program
May 7, 2009
ATLANTA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Video Display Corporation (NASDAQ: VIDE – News is pleased to announce that its VDC Display Systems division of Cape Canaveral FL (VDC DS) has been awarded a substantial multi year contract for the supply of six Visual Systems under the US Marine Corps Supporting Arms Virtual Training (SAVT) program. The systems are to be installed in trainers that will be used to advance the training capability, operational readiness, and tactical proficiency of Joint Terminal Attack Controllers (JTAC's), Joint Forward Observers (JFO's), and Forward Air Controllers (FAC's). The Display Systems are being provided under the Prime contract issued to TJ Drafting and Design, Christmas, Florida by the Marine Corps System Command, Orlando, Florida.
VDC Display Systems and Scalable Display Partner on Systems for the Military Simulation Market
January 29, 2009
VDC Display Systems will be using Scalable's EasyBlend FX edge-blending software as the auto-calibration solution in a new visual system for a training simulator currently in development for the US military. VDC Display Systems incorporates ultra high resolution projectors and a high performance screen, using a unique and novel approach for edge blend and correct geometry for the spherical display. Scalable's advanced technology will support VDC’s goal of achieving close to real world environments for the trainees.
VDC Display Systems Sees High Interest Level for Newly Released Sony HD Projectors after Successful Introduction at ITSEC 2008
January 29, 2009
VDC Display Systems Manager of US Military and Aerospace Sales, Art Banman, stated, “VDC Display Systems is pleased with the favorable response of customers after the successful introduction of the new products during the ITSEC show in Orlando Florida. We look forward to providing these superior products to all Military and Commercial customers in the Simulation Industry.â€
VDC Display Systems Introduces New Sony HD Projector
December 1, 2008
VDC Display Systems has provided valuable input to the development process and the introduction of this new projector is a direct result of the very close working relationship between Sony and VDC. In addition to the supply of the GH10 projectors, VDC also provides other proven ‘added value' benefits; Simulation Specific Lenses, Projector Control Software, Projector / Lens Support Frames, Optical Edge Blending, Warping Software, Electronic Edge Blending Software, 24 / 7 Support and, if required, Installation Services.
VDC Display Systems Introduces New Sony T-Series Projector
December 1, 2008
The new Sony T-Series Projector is a new and improved next generation version of the very successful Sony S-Series Projector developed specifically for simulator applications and will enable VDC DS to provide even better “state of the art†visual display systems. When integrated with VDC DS added value products, Light Smear Reduction Module, high performance screens and an advanced auto calibration system for image warping, color and edge blend it will result in customers receiving a very high resolution and stable Visual Display that exceeds training requirements.
Video Display Corp Chosen for Navy MSAT S/N 3 Program Reports successful completion of MSAT S/N 2 Awarded Contract for MSAT S/N 3 Installation
November 6, 2008
VDC Display Systems is pleased to announce it has also been selected for the design and installation of its visual system for the Naval Air Strike and Air Warfare Center located in Fallon, NV. The system will incorporate the ultra high resolution SONY SRX-S105 projectors, a high performance screen plus an advanced auto calibration system for warping, color and edge blending. The overall objective is to provide an eye limiting stable Primary Visual Display that exceeds training requirements with new and advanced technology having day, twilight, and night capabilities which allow trainees to use actual field equipment and night vision devices to detect targets close to real world environments not possible with other multi-projector solutions.
Video Display Selected by Aero Simulation for CH-53E & CH-46E Aircrew Trainers
October 21, 2008
ATLANTA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Video Display Corporation (NASDAQ: VIDE – News), a world leader in visualization and display solutions, is pleased to announce that its wholly owned subsidiary VDC Display Systems of Cape Canaveral, Florida has been selected by Aero Simulation Inc. to provide visual display systems for installation on CH-53E and CH-46E Aircrew Trainers (APTs).
Video Display Systems Supplies LCoS Projectors for Thales
October 20, 2008
ATLANTA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Video Display Corporation (NASDAQ: VIDE – News), a world leader in visualization and display solutions, is proud to announce that its wholly owned subsidiary, VDC Display Systems of Cape Canaveral, Florida has delivered projectors for two Full Flight Simulators, incorporating VDC supplied Sony VPL VW60 projectors which have achieved DGAC Regulatory Approval. In addition to the projectors, VDC also supplied Lenses, Projector Frames, Optical Edge Blending, Warping, Electronic Edge Blending and Installation Services.
VDC display Chosen to Supply Pilot Training Projection Systems
June 25, 2007
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — VDC Display Systems, a division of Video Display Corporation (NASDAQ:VIDE), reports it has received in excess of $2.5 M in additional purchase orders for high resolution simulation display projectors for delivery over the next 6 month period. The advanced projection display systems and spares ordered are for the advanced SimuSphere visual displays being used extensively to support high-fidelity simulators for the F-22, F/A-18 and F-16 flight simulators, providing for a full range of training maneuvers.
