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	<pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2008 16:42:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<title>Pacific Media Associates: Flat Panel HDTV Sales Resumed Growth in March; 40 to 45 Inch Plasma and 30 to 35 Inch LCD Were the Most Popular</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Menlo Park, CA  (ContentDesk) May 11, 2006 -- Pacific Media Associates (PMA), the global market information experts on large-screen displays, reports that unit sales for flat panel televisions and business displays in North America grew by more than 12% in March over February. Their Flat Panel Display Tracking Service also shows that sales revenues increased almost 5% for the same period.After holding fairly steady since October, average street prices across all sizes dropped nearly 7%, in spite of tighter supplies than a year ago, according to Rosemary Abowd, PMA Vice President. Year-on-year unit sales continued to rise, up 110% over March 2005.The biggest gains were posted by the 40- to 45-inch plasma segment and the 30- to 35-inch LCD segment. Both gained about two points in unit sales share, and each accounts for about 30% of total unit sales, according to Abowd.Panasonic recovered the number one spot in unit sales, but Pioneer retained the lead in terms of total revenues. The Pioneer PRO-1130HD plasma and Sony KDL-V40XBR10 LCD were essentially tied for first place as the most popular consumer models, each with about a 7% shareNote: Data cited here is based on a sample of retailers and resellers, and is subject to sampling error.About Pacific Media AssociatesPMA specializes in global display market information, covering all large-screen display categories: front projectors, plasma and LCD TVs, and rear-projection displays. Their Large-Screen Displays Industry Service family of publications provides detailed worldwide quarterly updates (sell-in data and forecasts) on large-screen display markets, newsletters on new products and other key industry developments, monthly advertised price tracking, ad hoc analyses, and annual Web surveys of North American resellers/retailers and end users (including both organizations and individual consumers). Their Large-Screen Displays Tracking Service family of monthly reports offers timely sell-through data and analysis on unit sales, street prices, and inventories of large-screen displays sold by leading North American retailers, resellers, and distributors. PMA was established by Dr. William Coggshall, who was previously a co-founder of Dataquest and helped start the syndicated high-tech market information business. PMA is headquartered at 1060 Siskiyou Drive, Menlo Park, CA 94025.   Tel. +1 650-561-9020.  www.pacificmediaassociates.com. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<P>Menlo Park, CA  (ContentDesk) May 11, 2006 -- Pacific Media Associates (PMA), the global market information experts on large-screen displays, reports that unit sales for flat panel televisions and business displays in North America grew by more than 12% in March over February. Their Flat Panel Display Tracking Service also shows that sales revenues increased almost 5% for the same period.After holding fairly steady since October, average street prices across all sizes dropped nearly 7%, in spite of tighter supplies than a year ago, according to Rosemary Abowd, PMA Vice President. Year-on-year unit sales continued to rise, up 110% over March 2005.The biggest gains were posted by the 40- to 45-inch plasma segment and the 30- to 35-inch LCD segment. Both gained about two points in unit sales share, and each accounts for about 30% of total unit sales, according to Abowd.Panasonic recovered the number one spot in unit sales, but Pioneer retained the lead in terms of total revenues. The Pioneer PRO-1130HD plasma and Sony KDL-V40XBR10 LCD were essentially tied for first place as the most popular consumer models, each with about a 7% shareNote: Data cited here is based on a sample of retailers and resellers, and is subject to sampling error.About Pacific Media AssociatesPMA specializes in global display market information, covering all large-screen display categories: front projectors, plasma and LCD TVs, and rear-projection displays. </P><P>Their Large-Screen Displays Industry Service family of publications provides detailed worldwide quarterly updates (sell-in data and forecasts) on large-screen display markets, newsletters on new products and other key industry developments, monthly advertised price tracking, ad hoc analyses, and annual Web surveys of North American resellers/retailers and end users (including both organizations and individual consumers). Their Large-Screen Displays Tracking Service family of monthly reports offers timely sell-through data and analysis on unit sales, street prices, and inventories of large-screen displays sold by leading North American retailers, resellers, and distributors. PMA was established by Dr. William Coggshall, who was previously a co-founder of Dataquest and helped start the syndicated high-tech market information business. PMA is headquartered at 1060 Siskiyou Drive, Menlo Park, CA 94025. </P><P>  Tel. +1 650-561-9020.  www.pacificmediaassociates.com. </P>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>March Plasma Systems Opens Advanced Plasma Applications and Demonstration Laboratory in Shanghai, China</title>
		<link>http://www.eplasmaplace.com/March_Plasma_Systems_Opens_Advanced_Plasma_Applications_and_Demonstration_Laboratory_in_Shanghai%2C_China/content/160707</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2008 16:28:50 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Concord, CA (ContentDesk) March 23, 2006 -- Building on over 20 years of continuous plasma technology innovation, March Plasma Systems announced today that it has established an advanced plasma applications and demonstration laboratory in Shanghai, China.The new laboratory is located within the existing March-China offices located at 828 Xin Jin Qiao Road, Pudong, Shanghai 201206, China. The direct telephone number is: +86 21 5854 2345, and the direct facsimile number is: +86 21 5854 9150.To manage the new laboratory, March has appointed Mr. Michael Zhang as Applications Field Service Engineer. Mr. Zhang will oversee all aspects of laboratory operations, including product training, customer demonstrations, applications development and other laboratory-related activities.March is establishing a strong local presence in China in order to improve our ability to serve the Chinese semiconductor, microelectronics and PCB manufacturing markets, said James Getty, Director of Applications at March Plasma Systems. Establishing an advanced applications and demonstration laboratory in China is a key aspect of that initiative. Now, customers in China have the ability to run samples and do applications development work in real-time, with locally trained engineers and scientists.The laboratory is equipped with a variety of March plasma processing systems for processing a wide range of advanced PCB, semiconductor, and microelectronic devices. The use of plasma is an efficient, cost-effective and environmentally-friendly method of surface activation and cleaning during the microelectronics manufacturing process, improving reliability and increasing yield in both semiconductor and PCB assembly.About March Plasma Systems:March Plasma Systems is the global leader in plasma processing technology for the PCB, semiconductor, and microelectronics industries. March has operations, applications laboratories, and customer support centers worldwide, including California, Florida, Europe, Singapore, China, Japan, Korea and Taiwan. With over 20 years of continuous innovation, March designs and manufactures a complete line of award-winning and patented plasma processing systems. An expert staff of scientists and engineers is available to assist in the design of plasma processes that improve both product reliability and increase production yields. Contact March Plasma Systems directly or see the March web site for more details:For further information contact:March Plasma Systems (International Headquarters)Frank HuysmansMarch Plasma Systems, Inc.2470-A Bates AvenueConcord, CA 94520-1122 U.S.A.TEL: 925 246 1662FAX: 925 827 1189March Plasma Systems (Shanghai, China Offices)David PangRegional Sales Manager828 Xin Jin Qiao RoadPudong, Shanghai 201206 ChinaTEL: +86 21 5854 2345FAX: +86 21 5854 9150. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<P>Concord, CA (ContentDesk) March 23, 2006 -- Building on over 20 years of continuous plasma technology innovation, March Plasma Systems announced today that it has established an advanced plasma applications and demonstration laboratory in Shanghai, China.The new laboratory is located within the existing March-China offices located at 828 Xin Jin Qiao Road, Pudong, Shanghai 201206, China. The direct telephone number is: +86 21 5854 2345, and the direct facsimile number is: +86 21 5854 9150.To manage the new laboratory, March has appointed Mr. Michael Zhang as Applications Field Service Engineer. Mr. Zhang will oversee all aspects of laboratory operations, including product training, customer demonstrations, applications development and other laboratory-related activities.March is establishing a strong local presence in China in order to improve our ability to serve the Chinese semiconductor, microelectronics and PCB manufacturing markets, said James Getty, Director of Applications at March Plasma Systems. </P><P>Establishing an advanced applications and demonstration laboratory in China is a key aspect of that initiative. Now, customers in China have the ability to run samples and do applications development work in real-time, with locally trained engineers and scientists.The laboratory is equipped with a variety of March plasma processing systems for processing a wide range of advanced PCB, semiconductor, and microelectronic devices. The use of plasma is an efficient, cost-effective and environmentally-friendly method of surface activation and cleaning during the microelectronics manufacturing process, improving reliability and increasing yield in both semiconductor and PCB assembly.About March Plasma Systems:March Plasma Systems is the global leader in plasma processing technology for the PCB, semiconductor, and microelectronics industries. March has operations, applications laboratories, and customer support centers worldwide, including California, Florida, Europe, Singapore, China, Japan, Korea and Taiwan. With over 20 years of continuous innovation, March designs and manufactures a complete line of award-winning and patented plasma processing systems. </P><P>An expert staff of scientists and engineers is available to assist in the design of plasma processes that improve both product reliability and increase production yields. Contact March Plasma Systems directly or see the March web site for more details:For further information contact:March Plasma Systems (International Headquarters)Frank HuysmansMarch Plasma Systems, Inc.2470-A Bates AvenueConcord, CA 94520-1122 U.S.A.TEL: 925 246 1662FAX: 925 827 1189March Plasma Systems (Shanghai, China Offices)David PangRegional Sales Manager828 Xin Jin Qiao RoadPudong, Shanghai 201206 ChinaTEL: +86 21 5854 2345FAX: +86 21 5854 9150. </P>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>How Do Plasma Televisions Work?</title>
		<link>http://www.eplasmaplace.com/How_Do_Plasma_Televisions_Work%3F/content/89601</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2008 16:19:47 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Plasma TVs have been one of the most popular home entertainment solutions on the market for several years.  They offer outstanding resolution and a quality picture and are usually capable of displaying HDTV signals, allowing you to watch all of your favourite HDTV programs.  Compared to rear projection TVs, plasma technology offers some of the best viewing angles- no need to fight over the best seat anymore- and offer uniform screen brightness.

But how does plasma technology work?  It's pretty simple.  Some form of inert gas- say Xenon, for example, is inserted between two plates, which are held together, between which are over two million pixels, capable of producing a mind-boggling array of colors.  The gas is then energized by a charge which turns it into a viscous substance, creating an ultraviolet light, which allows each pixel to display the appropriate color.  Unlike rear-projection TVs, each pixel in a plasma display contains red, blue, and green phosphors, there is no need for a cathode-ray tube.  In traditional TVs, the cathode-ray tube, or CRT, fires electrodes to the screen, where they excite phosphor atoms causing them to light up, thus creating a picture.  The CRT  is bulky and is responsible for the box-shape of traditional televisions.  For example, if you want to increase the size of the screen in a CRT, you must also create a larger cathode-ray tube, therefore making the whole TV that much bigger- and bulky.

One drawback to plasma technology is the inability to recharge each individual pixel.  Each pixel is an independently sealed entity, as is the plasma display panel and the gas, so if a pixel, or a group of pixels, fail or darken, the entire panel unit must be replaced.

Fortunately, however, you can expect your plasma display to last at least 60,000 hours of playing time, before the pixels begin to darken.  So, in layman's terms, if you watch your TV for four hours a day, you can expect the panel to last around eighteen years.

Plasma technology has greatly increased the quality of home entertainment, ushering in a new era of television technology.
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		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<P>Plasma TVs have been one of the most popular home entertainment solutions on the market for several years.  They offer outstanding resolution and a quality picture and are usually capable of displaying HDTV signals, allowing you to watch all of your favourite HDTV programs.  Compared to rear projection TVs, plasma technology offers some of the best viewing angles- no need to fight over the best seat anymore- and offer uniform screen brightness.<br />
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But how does plasma technology work?  It's pretty simple.  Some form of inert gas- say Xenon, for example, is inserted between two plates, which are held together, between which are over two million pixels, capable of producing a mind-boggling array of colors.  The gas is then energized by a charge which turns it into a viscous substance, creating an ultraviolet light, which allows each pixel to display the appropriate color. </P><P> Unlike rear-projection TVs, each pixel in a plasma display contains red, blue, and green phosphors, there is no need for a cathode-ray tube.  In traditional TVs, the cathode-ray tube, or CRT, fires electrodes to the screen, where they excite phosphor atoms causing them to light up, thus creating a picture.  The CRT  is bulky and is responsible for the box-shape of traditional televisions.  For example, if you want to increase the size of the screen in a CRT, you must also create a larger cathode-ray tube, therefore making the whole TV that much bigger- and bulky.<br />
<br />
One drawback to plasma technology is the inability to recharge each individual pixel.  Each pixel is an independently sealed entity, as is the plasma display panel and the gas, so if a pixel, or a group of pixels, fail or darken, the entire panel unit must be replaced.<br />
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Fortunately, however, you can expect your plasma display to last at least 60,000 hours of playing time, before the pixels begin to darken. </P><P> So, in layman's terms, if you watch your TV for four hours a day, you can expect the panel to last around eighteen years.<br />
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Plasma technology has greatly increased the quality of home entertainment, ushering in a new era of television technology.<br />
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		<title>Choosing a Plasma TV</title>
		<link>http://www.eplasmaplace.com/Choosing_a_Plasma_TV/content/95325</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2008 12:58:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[You've finally made up your mind to buy a plasma TV. You dream of watching your favorite television shows in full stereo, with sharp, crisp picture resolution. But how do you go about finding your dream TV? Here are a few tips that will help you get started.The first thing that you should do is to decide on the size of the television monitor you want. Generally speaking, plasma TVs begin at around 32" and go as large as 63". The most common screen sizes are usually 32", 42", 50" and 61". So, measure the area where you want to place your TV to get an idea of which size would be most practical for you. It's important to remember that most plasma TVs have detachable speakers, so you will need to allow for a few extra inches on either side of where the screen will be.You may well have the option to buy extra slim speakers, which attach directly to the monitor, if you don't want to use your own or an additional sound system, with surround sound. It is important to check that the model TV that you want to purchase has built-in amplifiers, or you will have to purchase or use an external receiver.Once you've ironed out the size and type of sound system you want, you will have to consider the various mounting options that are available. The most common way to mount your new TV is with what is known as flat wall mounts. This is usually the cheapest option and places the plasma monitor almost flat against the wall. Another popular mounting system for plasma TVs is the Tilt Wall Mounting system. This allows the monitor to tilt away from the wall up to 15?. If you don't want to have the monitor tilted, you can opt for a simple table stand. This is ideal for the smaller monitors, allowing it to be used in boardrooms for video conference calls or in your living room.There are many factors to consider, when buying your plasma TV. However, if you plan carefully, you should enjoy your new home entertainment center for years to come.. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<P>You've finally made up your mind to buy a plasma TV. You dream of watching your favorite television shows in full stereo, with sharp, crisp picture resolution. But how do you go about finding your dream TV? Here are a few tips that will help you get started.The first thing that you should do is to decide on the size of the television monitor you want. Generally speaking, plasma TVs begin at around 32" and go as large as 63". The most common screen sizes are usually 32", 42", 50" and 61". </P><P>So, measure the area where you want to place your TV to get an idea of which size would be most practical for you. It's important to remember that most plasma TVs have detachable speakers, so you will need to allow for a few extra inches on either side of where the screen will be.You may well have the option to buy extra slim speakers, which attach directly to the monitor, if you don't want to use your own or an additional sound system, with surround sound. It is important to check that the model TV that you want to purchase has built-in amplifiers, or you will have to purchase or use an external receiver.Once you've ironed out the size and type of sound system you want, you will have to consider the various mounting options that are available. The most common way to mount your new TV is with what is known as flat wall mounts. This is usually the cheapest option and places the plasma monitor almost flat against the wall. </P><P>Another popular mounting system for plasma TVs is the Tilt Wall Mounting system. This allows the monitor to tilt away from the wall up to 15?. If you don't want to have the monitor tilted, you can opt for a simple table stand. This is ideal for the smaller monitors, allowing it to be used in boardrooms for video conference calls or in your living room.There are many factors to consider, when buying your plasma TV. However, if you plan carefully, you should enjoy your new home entertainment center for years to come.. </P>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>iFurn.com to Add Alphason Designs to Their Wide Selection of High Quality Plasma Screen TV Stands and Entertainment Furniture</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2008 12:00:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[(ContentDesk) December 23, 2005 -- iFurn.com, a division of Norris Enterprises, added a new line of high quality plasma screen TV stands to their selection.  This brand new line of contemporary TV and Audio stands from Alphason adds a level of depth to the websites great collection of entertainment products.Some of the items in this new line of products include:"???Flat panel TV stands"???Audio towers with built in CD racks"???Contemporary styled speaker stands  Alphason Designs, a company formed in 1985 in Lancashire England, got their start making high quality turntables and loudspeakers.  These products appealed to music fans with the finest ears.  Alphasons turntable products reached high status as some of the finest audio products in the world.  This status lead the company to turn to commercial furniture so everyone could enjoy their audio and television equipment at the highest quality possible.  In addition  to the improvement of sound quality, Alphason products possess a visual appeal that has yet to be seen in other entertainment products.  Each item encompasses a space age design to appeal to anyone with a contemporary taste.  iFurn.com is proud to add Alphasons high quality products to their vast collection.  About iFurn.comNorris-Enterprises started on the internet in Wichita Kansas in 1997.  Tracy Norris, a local Chiropractor, started a web company called Pain-Reliever.com, which is a national supplier of pain relieving products.  Norris eventually decided to branch out into furniture, and started iFurn.com.  iFurn, is a distributor for several furniture manufacturers, and sells everything from office furniture to childrens furniture.  iFurn.com prides itself in its customer service and the quality of items it sells.. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<P>(ContentDesk) December 23, 2005 -- iFurn.com, a division of Norris Enterprises, added a new line of high quality plasma screen TV stands to their selection.  This brand new line of contemporary TV and Audio stands from Alphason adds a level of depth to the websites great collection of entertainment products.Some of the items in this new line of products include:"???Flat panel TV stands"???Audio towers with built in CD racks"???Contemporary styled speaker stands  Alphason Designs, a company formed in 1985 in Lancashire England, got their start making high quality turntables and loudspeakers.  These products appealed to music fans with the finest ears.  Alphasons turntable products reached high status as some of the finest audio products in the world.  This status lead the company to turn to commercial furniture so everyone could enjoy their audio and television equipment at the highest quality possible. </P><P> In addition  to the improvement of sound quality, Alphason products possess a visual appeal that has yet to be seen in other entertainment products.  Each item encompasses a space age design to appeal to anyone with a contemporary taste.  iFurn.com is proud to add Alphasons high quality products to their vast collection.  About iFurn.comNorris-Enterprises started on the internet in Wichita Kansas in 1997.  Tracy Norris, a local Chiropractor, started a web company called Pain-Reliever.com, which is a national supplier of pain relieving products. </P><P> Norris eventually decided to branch out into furniture, and started iFurn.com.  iFurn, is a distributor for several furniture manufacturers, and sells everything from office furniture to childrens furniture.  iFurn.com prides itself in its customer service and the quality of items it sells.. </P>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>March Plasma Systems Receives United States Patent Number 6,852,169 for Apparatus and Methods for Processing Optical Fibers with a Plasma</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2008 05:31:31 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Concord, CA (ContentDesk) December 5, 2005 -- Building on over 20 years of continuous plasma technology innovation, March Plasma Systems announced today that it has been awarded a United States Patent for Apparatus and Methods for Processing Optical Fibers with a Plasma, U.S. Patent Number 6,852,169.  March has always been a technology-driven company, said James Getty, Director of Applications at March Plasma Systems. Our technology gives us a competitive edge in the marketplace with our advanced plasma processes and processing equipment.  Being awarded another U.S. patent for our plasma expertise is a great honor for March.  The technology described in this patent can be found in many of the products offered by March Plasma Systems, including the award-winning FlexTRAK" plasma processing system.  The FlexTRAK" system can be used for a large number of plasma processing applications, including treatment of optoelectronic, microelectronic, and semiconductor devices.  This patent is the latest in a growing number of plasma processing technology patents for March.  The full text of this patent can be obtained from the U.S. Patent Office in Washington, D.C., or by contacting March Plasma Systems directly.  About March Plasma Systems:March Plasma Systems is the global leader in plasma processing technology for the PCB, semiconductor, and microelectronics industries. March has operations and support centers worldwide, including California, Florida, Europe, Singapore, China, Japan, Korea and Taiwan. With over 20 years of continuous innovation, March designs and manufactures a complete line of award-winning and patented plasma processing systems. An expert staff of scientists and engineers is available to assist in the design of plasma processes that improve both product reliability and increase production yields. See the March web site for more details: www.marchplasma.com.  FlexTRAK" is a trademark of March Plasma Systems.  For further information contact:March Plasma Systems (International Headquarters)Scott D. SzymanskiMarch Plasma Systems, Inc.2470-A Bates AvenueConcord, CA USA 94520-1122TEL: 925- 246-1666Web: http://www.marchplasma.com. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<P>Concord, CA (ContentDesk) December 5, 2005 -- Building on over 20 years of continuous plasma technology innovation, March Plasma Systems announced today that it has been awarded a United States Patent for Apparatus and Methods for Processing Optical Fibers with a Plasma, U.S. Patent Number 6,852,169.  March has always been a technology-driven company, said James Getty, Director of Applications at March Plasma Systems. Our technology gives us a competitive edge in the marketplace with our advanced plasma processes and processing equipment.  Being awarded another U.S. </P><P>patent for our plasma expertise is a great honor for March.  The technology described in this patent can be found in many of the products offered by March Plasma Systems, including the award-winning FlexTRAK" plasma processing system.  The FlexTRAK" system can be used for a large number of plasma processing applications, including treatment of optoelectronic, microelectronic, and semiconductor devices.  This patent is the latest in a growing number of plasma processing technology patents for March.  The full text of this patent can be obtained from the U.S. Patent Office in Washington, D.C., or by contacting March Plasma Systems directly. </P><P> About March Plasma Systems:March Plasma Systems is the global leader in plasma processing technology for the PCB, semiconductor, and microelectronics industries. March has operations and support centers worldwide, including California, Florida, Europe, Singapore, China, Japan, Korea and Taiwan. With over 20 years of continuous innovation, March designs and manufactures a complete line of award-winning and patented plasma processing systems. An expert staff of scientists and engineers is available to assist in the design of plasma processes that improve both product reliability and increase production yields. See the March web site for more details: <a href="http://www.marchplasma.com" title="www.marchplasma.com" target="_blank">www.marchplasma.com</a>. </P><P> FlexTRAK" is a trademark of March Plasma Systems.  For further information contact:March Plasma Systems (International Headquarters)Scott D. SzymanskiMarch Plasma Systems, Inc.2470-A Bates AvenueConcord, CA USA 94520-1122TEL: 925- 246-1666Web: <a href="http://www.marchplasma.com" target="_blank">http://www.marchplasma.com</a>. </P>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>March Plasma Systems Announces Improved AP-1000 Plasma System for Advanced Plasma Processing</title>
		<link>http://www.eplasmaplace.com/March_Plasma_Systems_Announces_Improved_AP-1000_Plasma_System_for_Advanced_Plasma_Processing/content/173522</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2008 04:34:44 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Concord, CA (ContentDesk) May 11, 2006 -- March Plasma Systems announced the release of an improved version of its highly successful AP-1000 plasma system for high-volume plasma processing of semiconductor and microelectronics devices.  The current AP-1000 system already enjoys a large installed base at customer sites worldwide, with over 200 systems currently in the field.  The redesigned version provides the same production-proven plasma technology and performance in a smaller, more compact and easier-to-service design.  Every square inch of clean room and manufacturing space is valuable, said Peter Bierhuis, President of March. We have improved the new AP-1000 system to consume 24% less actual floor space than before, and 45% less effective floor space when you include all of the required maintenance areas. We have also moved key components to make them more accessible and easier to service.  An added benefit for large-scale manufacturing facilities is that more AP-1000 systems can be placed side-by-side in a smaller area because now the chassis is smaller, there are no required maintenance areas at the sides of the system, and the plasma chamber door has been redesigned.  As before, the AP-1000 system is capable of a variety of plasma modes and can handle a wide range of plasma gasses. The AP-1000 remains the best-in-class choice for batch-type semiconductor and microelectronics applications.  March specifically designed the new AP-1000 system with existing customers in mind so that process re-qualification is not required when switching to the improved system.  Accordingly, new AP-1000 system process performance is guaranteed for customers with copy-exact requirements.  For more information about the new and improved AP-1000 system, visit Marchs web site at www.marchplasma.com, or contact March Plasma Systems directly.  About March Plasma Systems:March Plasma Systems is the global leader in plasma processing technology for the semiconductor, PCB, and microelectronics industries. March has offices and applications laboratories worldwide, including California, Florida, Europe, Singapore, China, Japan, Korea and Taiwan. With over 20 years of continuous innovation, March designs and manufactures a complete line of award-winning and patented plasma processing systems. An expert staff of scientists and engineers is available to assist in the development of plasma processes that improve both product reliability and increase production yields. See the March Plasma Systems web site for more details: www.marchplasma.com.. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<P>Concord, CA (ContentDesk) May 11, 2006 -- March Plasma Systems announced the release of an improved version of its highly successful AP-1000 plasma system for high-volume plasma processing of semiconductor and microelectronics devices.  The current AP-1000 system already enjoys a large installed base at customer sites worldwide, with over 200 systems currently in the field.  The redesigned version provides the same production-proven plasma technology and performance in a smaller, more compact and easier-to-service design.  Every square inch of clean room and manufacturing space is valuable, said Peter Bierhuis, President of March. We have improved the new AP-1000 system to consume 24% less actual floor space than before, and 45% less effective floor space when you include all of the required maintenance areas. </P><P>We have also moved key components to make them more accessible and easier to service.  An added benefit for large-scale manufacturing facilities is that more AP-1000 systems can be placed side-by-side in a smaller area because now the chassis is smaller, there are no required maintenance areas at the sides of the system, and the plasma chamber door has been redesigned.  As before, the AP-1000 system is capable of a variety of plasma modes and can handle a wide range of plasma gasses. The AP-1000 remains the best-in-class choice for batch-type semiconductor and microelectronics applications.  March specifically designed the new AP-1000 system with existing customers in mind so that process re-qualification is not required when switching to the improved system.  Accordingly, new AP-1000 system process performance is guaranteed for customers with copy-exact requirements. </P><P> For more information about the new and improved AP-1000 system, visit Marchs web site at <a href="http://www.marchplasma.com" target="_blank">www.marchplasma.com</a>, or contact March Plasma Systems directly.  About March Plasma Systems:March Plasma Systems is the global leader in plasma processing technology for the semiconductor, PCB, and microelectronics industries. March has offices and applications laboratories worldwide, including California, Florida, Europe, Singapore, China, Japan, Korea and Taiwan. With over 20 years of continuous innovation, March designs and manufactures a complete line of award-winning and patented plasma processing systems. An expert staff of scientists and engineers is available to assist in the development of plasma processes that improve both product reliability and increase production yields. </P><P>See the March Plasma Systems web site for more details: <a href="http://www.marchplasma.com" target="_blank">www.marchplasma.com</a>.. </P>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>Mounting Plasma Television Sets</title>
		<link>http://www.eplasmaplace.com/Mounting_Plasma_Television_Sets/content/196101</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2008 03:45:12 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category>Sets</category>
		<category>Mounting</category>
		<category>Television</category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Copyright 2006 SilkRoad Networks Inc.

Looking for more options to position your television? You may want to consider investing in a plasma type of television set. Mounting plasma television sets is relatively easy. You have a variety of ways of locating your television including hanging it on a wall.

Location, Location

Where you want to put your plasma television set will be influenced partially by the television that you buy. Before going shopping for your plasma television, first determine where you would like to mount it.

For example, if you wish to do something specialized, like hang it over a bed, or have it installed over your fireplace, you will need carpenters do the work.

Television Dimensions

No matter where you wish to mount your new plasma television, always carry with you the dimensions  when you go to the store. And if you can, take pictures of the space where you wish to mount your plasma television.

How To Mount It?

Once you have determined where you want to place your new television, you will need to decide on how you want to mount it. Unlike a normal television, gravity just will not work with a plasma television. If you need to ask why, have your plasma television professionally installed.

You will need to mount your television to a wall, a piece of furniture or a stand.  The great advantage is that cords used can easily be hidden. The disadvantage of installing it yourself is that if by accident something were to happen to the plasma television, the manufacturer will try to blame it on your installation.

Hence, you will not be covered by the guarantee. A plasma television is a large, heavy and delicate piece of equipment. In fact, it might not be a bad idea to encase it in glass. You want this television as secure as you can get it. It costs way too much to take chances.

Shopping for a Television

Now that you know how and where you want to mount your plasma television, it is time to go shopping.

Go to a store that specializes in electronics. You do not want the largest or most expensive model. You want the model with the right size and weight to look and fit right into your space.

Also, if you want to mount your plasma television upside down, there are only a few models that can do that without voiding the warranty. With all this information in hand, you are ready to go shopping.

Conclusion

There are several ways of mounting plasma television sets. Depending on the type of set up you have in the room where you plan on having your television, you can choose from any number of means. Wall mounts and specially designed TV stands are among the most popular mounting forms.
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		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<P>Copyright 2006 SilkRoad Networks Inc.<br />
<br />
Looking for more options to position your television? You may want to consider investing in a plasma type of television set. Mounting plasma television sets is relatively easy. You have a variety of ways of locating your television including hanging it on a wall.<br />
<br />
Location, Location<br />
<br />
Where you want to put your plasma television set will be influenced partially by the television that you buy. Before going shopping for your plasma television, first determine where you would like to mount it.<br />
<br />
For example, if you wish to do something specialized, like hang it over a bed, or have it installed over your fireplace, you will need carpenters do the work.<br />
<br />
Television Dimensions<br />
<br />
No matter where you wish to mount your new plasma television, always carry with you the dimensions  when you go to the store. And if you can, take pictures of the space where you wish to mount your plasma television.<br />
<br />
How To Mount It?<br />
<br />
Once you have determined where you want to place your new television, you will need to decide on how you want to mount it. </P><P>Unlike a normal television, gravity just will not work with a plasma television. If you need to ask why, have your plasma television professionally installed.<br />
<br />
You will need to mount your television to a wall, a piece of furniture or a stand.  The great advantage is that cords used can easily be hidden. The disadvantage of installing it yourself is that if by accident something were to happen to the plasma television, the manufacturer will try to blame it on your installation.<br />
<br />
Hence, you will not be covered by the guarantee. A plasma television is a large, heavy and delicate piece of equipment. </P><P>In fact, it might not be a bad idea to encase it in glass. You want this television as secure as you can get it. It costs way too much to take chances.<br />
<br />
Shopping for a Television<br />
<br />
Now that you know how and where you want to mount your plasma television, it is time to go shopping.<br />
<br />
Go to a store that specializes in electronics. You do not want the largest or most expensive model. You want the model with the right size and weight to look and fit right into your space.<br />
<br />
Also, if you want to mount your plasma television upside down, there are only a few models that can do that without voiding the warranty. </P><P>With all this information in hand, you are ready to go shopping.<br />
<br />
Conclusion<br />
<br />
There are several ways of mounting plasma television sets. Depending on the type of set up you have in the room where you plan on having your television, you can choose from any number of means. Wall mounts and specially designed TV stands are among the most popular mounting forms.<br />
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		<title>Kiwi Casino Gives Away Another Big Screen Plasma TV</title>
		<link>http://www.eplasmaplace.com/Kiwi_Casino_Gives_Away_Another_Big_Screen_Plasma_TV/content/170005</link>
		<pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2008 03:28:35 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[(ContentDesk) April 29, 2006 -- Kiwi Casino (www.kiwicasino.com) gave away another big screen plasma TV last week to the winner of their Spring Clear Out promotion.At the rate Kiwi Casino is giving away big screen plasma TVs, pretty soon all of their players will have one. Heres what their latest lucky player Karen had to say about winning this fantastic prize:I have played at Kiwi Casino for a couple of years now and have never been unhappy here. The staff are very nice and the games fair. I was amazed to find that I won a 42" plasma screen TV. It will fit into our new family room just great. Thank You Kiwi for the wonderful surprise. Karen, Missouri.Big screen plasma TVs are not all Kiwi Casino offers, in the last six months alone they have also given away thousands of dollars worth of Amazon vouchers and countless other bonuses and prizes, in addition to treating a Japanese player and his family to a guided tour around New Zealand. This is why more and more online casino players are calling Kiwi Casino home.Its great to hear our players reactions when we tell them theyve won commented Kiwi Casino management and with all of our promotions we get to hear it all the time.As well as continually featuring exciting new promotions, Kiwi Casino offers new players a fantastic Welcome Bonus of up to $300, and up to $500 per month in preferred payment bonuses. On top of this players at Kiwi Casino also earn Gold Rewards for every dollar they wager, which can be exchanged for cash.Kiwi Casino boasts well over eighty exciting and varied online casino games, and last month they set themselves a new target to release more games at a faster rate throughout 2006. As of last week they have been true to their word with the launch of Progressive Blackjack, Tequila Poker and Live Games.Live Games are played at real tables with real dealers via a live video feed, so players can see and chat to the dealer as they play. The introduction of Live Games has increased the number of available Blackjack tables by ten, and with multi window support it is possible play up to three tables at the same time. Other games launched in the live format include; Roulette, Sic Bo and Baccarat.With the arrival of these exciting new games, Kiwi Casino has launched another attractive promotion, this time putting three iPods up for grabs, for the player who plays the most hands at their live tables between April 21 and May 21, and two more given away in a prize draw for anyone who plays at least one hand. So Karen will soon be joined by three more lucky players on Kiwi Casinos winners page.Kiwi Casino is a member of the Kiwi Gaming (www.kiwigaming.com) family an independent off shore operation which is part of the land based Christchurch Casinos Group. This relationship brings with it over a decade of experience in the land based gaming industry and Kiwi Gaming's five years online make it one of the industry's pioneers.As part of New Zealand's most prestigious casino organization, the Christchurch Casinos Groups land-based gaming and hospitality interests attract visitors from around the world including North America, Australia, Europe, Japan and Asia.Since the Christchurch Casinos Group established its online gaming arm five years ago, Kiwi Gaming has a built a reputation as one of the finest e-gaming operations in the industry today.. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<P>(ContentDesk) April 29, 2006 -- Kiwi Casino (<a href="http://www.kiwicasino.com" target="_blank">www.kiwicasino.com</a>) gave away another big screen plasma TV last week to the winner of their Spring Clear Out promotion.At the rate Kiwi Casino is giving away big screen plasma TVs, pretty soon all of their players will have one. Heres what their latest lucky player Karen had to say about winning this fantastic prize:I have played at Kiwi Casino for a couple of years now and have never been unhappy here. The staff are very nice and the games fair. I was amazed to find that I won a 42" plasma screen TV. It will fit into our new family room just great. </P><P>Thank You Kiwi for the wonderful surprise. Karen, Missouri.Big screen plasma TVs are not all Kiwi Casino offers, in the last six months alone they have also given away thousands of dollars worth of Amazon vouchers and countless other bonuses and prizes, in addition to treating a Japanese player and his family to a guided tour around New Zealand. This is why more and more online casino players are calling Kiwi Casino home.Its great to hear our players reactions when we tell them theyve won commented Kiwi Casino management and with all of our promotions we get to hear it all the time.As well as continually featuring exciting new promotions, Kiwi Casino offers new players a fantastic Welcome Bonus of up to $300, and up to $500 per month in preferred payment bonuses. On top of this players at Kiwi Casino also earn Gold Rewards for every dollar they wager, which can be exchanged for cash.Kiwi Casino boasts well over eighty exciting and varied online casino games, and last month they set themselves a new target to release more games at a faster rate throughout 2006. As of last week they have been true to their word with the launch of Progressive Blackjack, Tequila Poker and Live Games.Live Games are played at real tables with real dealers via a live video feed, so players can see and chat to the dealer as they play. The introduction of Live Games has increased the number of available Blackjack tables by ten, and with multi window support it is possible play up to three tables at the same time. </P><P>Other games launched in the live format include; Roulette, Sic Bo and Baccarat.With the arrival of these exciting new games, Kiwi Casino has launched another attractive promotion, this time putting three iPods up for grabs, for the player who plays the most hands at their live tables between April 21 and May 21, and two more given away in a prize draw for anyone who plays at least one hand. So Karen will soon be joined by three more lucky players on Kiwi Casinos winners page.Kiwi Casino is a member of the Kiwi Gaming (<a href="http://www.kiwigaming.com" target="_blank">www.kiwigaming.com</a>) family an independent off shore operation which is part of the land based Christchurch Casinos Group. This relationship brings with it over a decade of experience in the land based gaming industry and Kiwi Gaming's five years online make it one of the industry's pioneers.As part of New Zealand's most prestigious casino organization, the Christchurch Casinos Groups land-based gaming and hospitality interests attract visitors from around the world including North America, Australia, Europe, Japan and Asia.Since the Christchurch Casinos Group established its online gaming arm five years ago, Kiwi Gaming has a built a reputation as one of the finest e-gaming operations in the industry today.. </P>]]></content:encoded>
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		<title>How Do Plasma Televisions Work&amp;#63;</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2008 02:09:46 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Plasma TVs have been one of the most popular home entertainment solutions on the market for several years. They offer outstanding resolution and a quality picture and are usually capable of displaying HDTV signals, allowing you to watch all of your favourite HDTV programs. Compared to rear projection TVs, plasma technology offers some of the best viewing angles- no need to fight over the best seat anymore- and offer uniform screen brightness.But how does plasma technology work? It's pretty simple. Some form of inert gas- say Xenon, for example, is inserted between two plates, which are held together, between which are over two million pixels, capable of producing a mind-boggling array of colors. The gas is then energized by a charge which turns it into a viscous substance, creating an ultraviolet light, which allows each pixel to display the appropriate color. Unlike rear-projection TVs, each pixel in a plasma display contains red, blue, and green phosphors, there is no need for a cathode-ray tube. In traditional TVs, the cathode-ray tube, or CRT, fires electrodes to the screen, where they excite phosphor atoms causing them to light up, thus creating a picture. The CRT is bulky and is responsible for the box-shape of traditional televisions. For example, if you want to increase the size of the screen in a CRT, you must also create a larger cathode-ray tube, therefore making the whole TV that much bigger- and bulky.One drawback to plasma technology is the inability to recharge each individual pixel. Each pixel is an independently sealed entity, as is the plasma display panel and the gas, so if a pixel, or a group of pixels, fail or darken, the entire panel unit must be replaced.Fortunately, however, you can expect your plasma display to last at least 60,000 hours of playing time, before the pixels begin to darken. So, in layman's terms, if you watch your TV for four hours a day, you can expect the panel to last around eighteen years.Plasma technology has greatly increased the quality of home entertainment, ushering in a new era of television technology.. ]]></description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<P>Plasma TVs have been one of the most popular home entertainment solutions on the market for several years. They offer outstanding resolution and a quality picture and are usually capable of displaying HDTV signals, allowing you to watch all of your favourite HDTV programs. Compared to rear projection TVs, plasma technology offers some of the best viewing angles- no need to fight over the best seat anymore- and offer uniform screen brightness.But how does plasma technology work? It's pretty simple. Some form of inert gas- say Xenon, for example, is inserted between two plates, which are held together, between which are over two million pixels, capable of producing a mind-boggling array of colors. The gas is then energized by a charge which turns it into a viscous substance, creating an ultraviolet light, which allows each pixel to display the appropriate color. </P><P>Unlike rear-projection TVs, each pixel in a plasma display contains red, blue, and green phosphors, there is no need for a cathode-ray tube. In traditional TVs, the cathode-ray tube, or CRT, fires electrodes to the screen, where they excite phosphor atoms causing them to light up, thus creating a picture. The CRT is bulky and is responsible for the box-shape of traditional televisions. For example, if you want to increase the size of the screen in a CRT, you must also create a larger cathode-ray tube, therefore making the whole TV that much bigger- and bulky.One drawback to plasma technology is the inability to recharge each individual pixel. Each pixel is an independently sealed entity, as is the plasma display panel and the gas, so if a pixel, or a group of pixels, fail or darken, the entire panel unit must be replaced.Fortunately, however, you can expect your plasma display to last at least 60,000 hours of playing time, before the pixels begin to darken. </P><P>So, in layman's terms, if you watch your TV for four hours a day, you can expect the panel to last around eighteen years.Plasma technology has greatly increased the quality of home entertainment, ushering in a new era of television technology.. </P>]]></content:encoded>
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