Optoma raises the standards in projector solutions with the launch of the new HD82 full HD projector, the ultimate cinematic experience

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - 22nd February 2009 - Optoma, the number 2 ranked global vendor of award-winning digital projection and display devices, today announced the Middle East regional launch of the Optoma ThemeScene HD82. The full high definition Optoma HD82 projector introduces a new calibre in projector technology, offering users an unforgettable Home Cinema experience in the comfort of their own home.

The easy-to-install Optoma HD82 is fully equipped with the latest, revolutionary 'Pure' technologies including PureMotion, PureShift, Pure Colour and PureDetail, which create crystal clear, sharp 1080P images. The latest innovative 'Pure' technologies feature vivid colours, flexible installation with integrated lens shift and an enhanced 1.5 zoom. The most sophisticated motion adaptive edge enhancement is combined with real world ANSI Contrast Ratio of 680:1 to ensure users experience higher definition in every detail of fast moving sequences, even with the highest speed action pictures.

Adam Dent, Territory Manager for Optoma Middle East & Africa comments: "We are excited to announce yet another innovative product to join our extensive range of high-definition, affordable Home Cinema projectors that are highly sought after within the projector market." The Optoma HD82 projector has been carefully designed & manufactured to pass all of the rigorous tests and standards necessary for any quality projector solutions, ensuring a first class solution offering to our international customer base," he added.

The Optoma HD82 enables impressive large screen viewing at an affordable price and superior image quality, enhanced by Optoma's new motion control processing system.

Since entering the Middle East market in 2006, Optoma continues to establish itself as one of the fastest growing regional players achieving continuous growth year on year. Markets across the region grew by just over 55% in the first half of 2008 compared with the first half in 2007; at the same time Optoma's sales grew by 125%*¹.

Optoma has since climbed from 6th place DLP™ vendor in 2007 to 3rd place in the first quarter of 2009*¹ and 2nd place vendor globally.

Optoma continues its dedication to the local market as it seeks to expand its local operation with dedicated in-country staff, and new dedicated websites (www.optoma.ae and www.picoprojector.ae), while providing a wide range of projectors to businesses and consumers in key markets across the region.

*Market data provided by PMA

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About Optoma
Optoma is a world leading designer and manufacturer of award-winning projectors for Business, Education, Professional Audio/Video and Home Entertainment, with comprehensive ranges to exceed the expectations of every user. Optoma's innovative products are carefully crafted to deliver crystal clear images of unrivalled quality by incorporating the latest DLP® technology from Texas Instruments', together with advanced optical engineering expertise and dedication to superb product quality.

Optoma has a special approach to customer service. Full product and technical support are available through an extensive network of resellers and distributors. The Optoma Group has continental headquarters in Europe, the USA and Asia; whilst Optoma Europe Ltd, based in London, covers Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), delivering local services from regional offices in Germany, France and Norway.

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