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Tech Showcase Brings Business and Education Innovation to Kelowna
October 9, 2015
Points West is proud to present our first ever Technology Showcase.
Join us in Kelowna at the Ramada Hotel & Conference Centre on Thursday, October 15 from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM for a day of informative and engaging presentations on the latest technology available for business and education.
We’ve gathered some of North America’s leading technology manufacturers to bring you information on everything from boardroom technology and collaboration tools to the latest in audio advancements and tech for the classroom. The Points West team has also worked with our excellent suppliers to offer amazing door prizes throughout the day, including:
- $50 Starbucks gift card
- $100 gift card for a local restaurant
- $100 gift card for local business
- 5 Notebook Advantage Licenses $30/license
- Chief K1D120B Kontour™ K1D Dynamic Desk Clamp Mount Value $250
- Hovercam Mini5 valued at $329.00
- S4.4 Wireless Microphone Kit valued at $259
- NEC Hi Def Projector valued at $2799
- Epson Brightlink Pro 1430wi valued at $3,299 (Grand Prize)
Check out the full schedule of presentations below and then register to be entered for our grand prize draw. If you can’t make it to the presentations, please feel free to visit the suppliers at their dedicated booths for more information and to learn what today’s technology can do for you.
Learn More about the Technology Showcase
Schedule
1:00 PM
NEC
Advancements in Display Technology (solid state projection & larger format LCD/LED)
NEC offers a broad selection of desktops, large-screen displays, and multimedia and digital cinema projectors.
Door Prize: NEC Hi Def Projector valued at $2799.
FrontRow
Classroom Sound, Benefits & New Technologies
Active in classroom sound, automated lesson capture, audio visual room control and campus wide communication and control
Door Prize: TBA
1:30 PM
TOA
Sound Systems for Mass Notification/ Gyms/Public Spaces/Classrooms
TOA is a leader in digital amplifiers and speakers, mixers, wireless microphone systems and digital processors used in sound reinforcement, integrated VOIP intercom and emergency paging and voice evacuation systems for security and communications.
Door Prize: S4.4 Wireless Microphone Kit valued at $259.
Datavisual
Unified Communications Solutions for the Meeting Room:
What to connect to your PC for proper video/audio conferencing and collaboration
Datavisual is a distributor of Vaddio PTZ Cameras, Wolfvision Document Cameras, Draper Products, Listen Technologies Hearing Loops & the Barco Clickshare
Door Prize: TBA
2:00 PM
Epson
The Revolutionary Interactive Projector – Brightlink Pro 1430i
Also see the Epson Document Camera DC-20
As the #1-selling projector manufacturer worldwide; Epson's projectors have outstanding image quality that enhance communication, inspire collaboration, offer a low total cost of ownership and have excellent reliability and service.
Door Prize: Brightlink Pro 1430wi valued at $3299
SFM
The Power of Lighting - a must see for anyone looking at lighting solutions for gymnasiums, theatres and other presentation spaces.
SFM is a distributor of pro audio equipment, such as QSC and Shure, in addition to lighting solutions for many environments including theatres and gymnasiums.
Door Prize: TBA
2:30 PM
Hovercam
Why document cameras are still relevant in the classroom
Hovercam manufactures a full line of digital document cameras to suit any visual presentation need.
Door Prize: Hovercam Mini5 valued at $329.00
Kramer
Wireless Collaboration for Today’s Workplaces & Educational Environments
Kramer develops creative, reliable and value-oriented audio, video and computer signal processing solutions and distribution.
Door Prize: $100 gift card for local business
3:00 PM
Sharp Electronics & Joro
How Sharp’s Professional Displays are changing the way we communicate, do business and teach today
Carts & Stands – Big Screens, Big Impact, Big Advantages. Sharp will have a variety of displays throughout the showcase including interactive models. The Joro Pro-Lift cart will be supporting a 70”4K Ultra HD display.
Door Prize: TBA
Crestron
Whether you need to control an AV presentation, video conference internationally or update your digital signage, Crestron has a control system to keep you connected. Crestron makes it easy for instructors to use classroom technology, and for IT managers to support up to hundreds of rooms through the standard IP network.
3:30 PM
SMART
The Latest Innovations from SMART
See the new features of SMART Notebook 15 software, the all new 6065 interactive display with kapp IQ. The SMART Reps will also present using a SMART kapp & document camera. Take this great opportunity to get your questions answered and try out the latest products from SMART, a world leader in simple and intuitive solutions that enable more natural collaboration. SMART is an innovator in interactive touch technologies and software that inspire collaboration in both education and business around the globe.
4:00 PM
Lightspeed Technologies
Lightspeed Classroom Audio and the New B.C. Curriculum
Presented by Donna Goodman, a retired Teacher for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing, along with her husband Scott, who has an extensive knowledge of AV in education. Lightspeed offers easy-to-use audio systems deliver optimum speech intelligibility, overcome classroom noise and provide crystal-clear sound.
Sony
Professional products & solutions that redefine the corporate, education, retail, and medical environments using a wide range of projectors, 4K digital cinema projection, video conferencing, document cameras, professional displays
4:30 PM
Hovercam
Why document cameras are still relevant in the classroom
Hovercam manufactures a full line of digital document cameras to suit any visual presentation need.
Kramer
Wireless Collaboration for Today’s Workplaces & Educational Environments
Kramer develops creative, reliable and value-oriented audio, video and computer signal processing solutions and distribution.
5:00 PM
Epson
The Revolutionary Interactive Projector – Brightlink Pro 1430i
Also see the Epson Document Camera DC-20
As the #1-selling projector manufacturer worldwide; Epson's projectors have outstanding image quality that enhance communication, inspire collaboration, offer a low total cost of ownership and have excellent reliability and service.
SFM
The Power of Lighting - a must see for anyone looking at lighting solutions for gymnasiums, theatres and other presentation spaces.
SFM is a distributor of pro audio equipment, such as QSC and Shure, in addition to lighting solutions for many environments including theatres and gymnasiums.
5:30 PM
NEC
Advancements in Display Technology (solid state projection & larger format LCD/LED)
NEC offers a broad selection of desktops, large-screen displays, and multimedia and digital cinema projectors.
TOA
Sound Systems for Mass Notification/ Gyms/Public Spaces/Classrooms
TOA is a leader in digital amplifiers and speakers, mixers, wireless microphone systems and digital processors used in sound reinforcement, integrated VOIP intercom and emergency paging and voice evacuation systems for security and communications.
6:00 PM
Sharp Electronics & Joro
How Sharp’s Professional Displays are changing the way we communicate, do business and teach today
Carts & Stands – Big Screens, Big Impact, Big Advantages. Sharp will have a variety of displays throughout the showcase including interactive models. The Joro Pro-Lift cart will be supporting a 70”4K Ultra HD display.
Crestron
Crestron is a leading provider of control and automation systems for offices, schools, hospitals, hotels and more. Whether you need to control an AV presentation, videoconference internationally or update your digital signage, Crestron has a control system to keep you connected. Crestron makes it easy for instructors to use classroom technology, and for IT managers to support up to hundreds of rooms through the standard IP network.
6:30 PM
SMART
The Latest Innovations from SMART
See the new features of SMART Notebook 15 software, the all new 6065 interactive display with kapp IQ. The SMART Reps will also present using a SMART kapp & document camera. Take this great opportunity to get your questions answered and try out the latest products from SMART, a world leader in simple and intuitive solutions that enable more natural collaboration. SMART is an innovator in interactive touch technologies and software that inspire collaboration in both education and business around the globe.
Sony
Professional products & solutions that redefine the corporate, education, retail, and medical environments using a wide range of projectors, 4K digital cinema projection, video conferencing, document cameras, professional displays
Other Great Manufacturers
Be sure to visit these great manufacturers at their booths throughout the day for other solutions including mounts, screens, digital signage and acoustics.
Milestone
Representing Chief & Dalite – Take a look at a suspended ceiling kit for mounting projectors easily with seismic stability. Allison will also be showcasing the Idea Screen from Da-Lite which is a dry erase magnetic board ideal for short throw and interactive projectors. Milestone will also showcase a Holo Screen, which is a rear projection holographic screen that you can see through. The advanced holographic technology results in a remarkably clear image even in brightly lit environments. The Holo Screen is a great option for retail stores, window displays, airports, banks and other high-traffic areas.
Quickshot Media
Visit Geolyn at the QuickShot booth for great digital signage demos using a Brightsign Media Play and Sharp Display.
Sound Seal
Here is your opportunity for an insightful conversation about all things acoustics. Whether it be industrial noise control, acoustic fabric panels, acoustic floor underlayment or acoustic wood walls and ceilings. David will have samples and information available for your challenging space.
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