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TOTAL Tidbits
September 24, 2009
In This Issue
TCAP Training
New Web Sites Launched
PrecisionHD USB
Hands Free Skype
Shades of Green
Short Throw Mounts
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TANDBERG
  TCAP Training
October 28 - 30
 
Please see the following regarding upcoming TANDBERG Training Courses being offered by TOTAL University.
 
Investing in Training is the best way to give yourselves an "upper hand" in this competitive marketplace. Those Certified Dealers who have done so have seen the advantages that TANDBERG Certifications can bring.
 
Be sure to sign up today as classes fill quickly.
 
Firmware Updates
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v.1.3 QuadView HD
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Greetings!
We've compiled the latest news from our manufacturers. If you have questions about these or any of the products we represent, please do not hesitate to contact us.

TOTAL Marketing

Three New Websites Launched
 
Fort Worth, Texas-based TMDistributing along with TOTAL Marketing and TM West are pleased to announce the release of 3 new websites. These sites were designed to link all TOTAL companies together while also providing improved functionality and usabilty for the channel partners.
 
TOTAL Marketing
This site contains information on all the Lines represented by TOTAL. Information on T3, TOTAL University and also a dealer log-in (to pricing information and technical presentations) can also be found here.
 
 
TMDistributing
Find information here about TMD including staff contacts, FAQs on ordering and much more!
 
 
TM West 
Here you will find information on the lines TM West represents. Dealers here will also have a unique log-in.
 
Stay tuned as we will be making continued improvements to these sites. Be sure to let us know what you think!
 
TANDBERG
PrecisionHD USB Camera Now Shipping!   
   
The PrecisionHD™ USB camera is now generally available and shipping. As the only business quality USB camera capable of 720p 30fps, the PrecisionHD USB camera is optimized for professional grade applications such as TANDBERG Movi and Microsoft OCS 2007 R2.

PrecisionHD USB Key Selling Points:
  • Designed for the professional user, the Precision HD is the first USB camera to support business quality High Definition video communication at 720p 30fps
  • The PrecisionHD USB Camera extends the reach of the TANDBERG HD solution enabling Movi users to connect to existing telepresence and HD devices in stunning telepresence quality HD
  • The PrecisionHD USB camera supports a wide range of standard definition resolutions, ensuring the best possible video experience for mobile users

Click Here for More Information in the Partner Portal
ClearOne
NEW Hands-Free for Skype Calls
Group Speakerphone  
The CHAT 160 provides rich, full-duplex audio for hands-free calls with Skype. The CHAT 160 easily connects to laptops and PCs via USB and is the perfect audio peripheral for individuals or groups who want a high-quality audio solution that is both portable and economical.

The CHAT 160 is a completely full-duplex speakerphone that contains HDConference™, the suite of high-performance audio technologies found in ClearOne's legendary professional conferencing systems. CHAT 160 users are no longer tethered to a PC via a headset cable and experience remarkably rich audio for natural, effortless conversations over Skype.
 
Lutron
"Shades of Green"
 
Featured on Electonic House's Web site, this article by Steven Castle focuses on the energy saving benefits of "properly shading systems. It also stresses the balance between full automation and manual overrides or customization to account for personal preferences - a feature inherent in all Lutron products.
 
 
 
Updated Pricing
Prices reduced on Sivoia QS and Sivoia QS Wireless products

Throughout 2009, Lutron has responded to the challenging economic times with new and innovative products. To prepare for the future, our focus is shifting to the Sivoia QS product line for improved interoperability with other Lutron products. We will continue to support Sivoia QED but invite you to grow with us as we focus on the future. To promote this transition, the price of all Sivoia QS and Sivoia QS Wireless products will be reduced - effective in the September release of the SCT.

Please join us in this exciting phase of evolution.
Chief
Chief Short Throw Mount Offers Better Solution
 
Chief launched an all-new short throw projector mount at InfoComm 2009 that began shipping in August. This product was not designed to compete with short throw competitive solutions, but rather was designed with exclusive features that put Chief mounts in a category all their own! Read on to see what sets Chief's short throw mount apart from the crowd and why it is important to you.
 
Darcy Harrell
TOTAL Marketing
817.560.3970