My Review Of "Planet Earth" On My HDTV

We just bought a Blue ray HD DVD player for our HDTV. After we got it hooked up, which took a while... I, for some reason or another just realized that I did not have any HD movies for me to watch on it. Well I already knew which one I wanted to see first and that was Planet Earth. So I got on the internet and purchased it from an online store.

Of course on our HDTV it looks as good as it possibly can but it gives you a feeling of how small the Earth really is but at the same time when it talks about some of the environments it feels that the world is very large. When you are watching Planet Earth you may get to an environment that they begin to talk about that just looks alien to you. Some of the things that are in the environment look as if it was not real and you can not even imagine about being in some of these places in real life.In the beginning of it, it shows Angel falls... the highest water fall in the world. Then it starts to break off from there and shows the extraordinary animals that live in the freshwater environment. Another thing Planet Earth does is how well it shows the over view of the land. Some shots are taken in high Earth altitudes while others are from space showing the landscape and everything around it. The space shots are also one of my favorite things to look at.The bad thing though is that I had to wait three days; however I did save myself around twenty dollars, so it was worth the wait. So it came with multiple disks with around three to four episodes of Planet Earth on each of the disks. If you did not know already each episode of Planet Earth is one hour long. So once I put in Planet Earth to view on our HDTV I went to the menu of the first disk for the first episode. As you can imagine it was quite amazing how well the picture looked.All of the landscapes were full as can be in color and the animals looked as if they were flowing across the screen as they moved. I was impressed also on how well Planet Earth was filmed with a HDTV camera. Some of the animals they film in the movie looks as if they are right there next to them and the animals are not even being disturbed by them being around. It is truly the most amazing documentary of its type. One episode that really impressed me is the freshwater one.

One that really shows what I am talking about is the caves episode. Basically what it shows you is the underground world of Earth. How things form under the surface and the weird little creatures that inhabit the caves. It is truly something that will be hard for most people living on the planet Earth to believe once they have seen some of the amazing animals that live on it. This documentary is truly amazing especially if viewed on a HDTV!

Large Selection of High Quality Pre-Owned Cars and Trucks at New Pasadena Auto Outlet

At last, car and truck shoppers in the Los Angeles area looking for a large selection of pre-owned vehicles have just one stop to make -- Pasadena Auto Outlet at 2965 E. Colorado Boulevard in Pasadena.

Great selection is just the start of the extraordinary buying experience at Pasadena Auto Outlet. "We have a friendly, knowledgeable, no-pressure sales staff in place. Pasadena is a great market and the time is right to consider a used car or truck," says Netkin. "We're here at the right time and we're here to stay. I want to keep our customers for life.""We're open for business," says General Manger, Jerry Netkin. "And we're going to change the way Los Angeles shops for quality, pre-owned cars."Pasadena Auto Outlet specializes in quality pre-owned vehicles of all brands and is located at 2965 East Colorado Blvd. in Pasadena, California, 91107. Stop by the store or shop online at www.PasadenaAutoOutlet.comThe large auto outlet opened its doors last month and will celebrate with a Grand Opening on Saturday, September 3rd featuring free food from Krazy BBQ Food Truck, AM570 DJ Alex, San Diego Chargers Cheerleaders signing autographs and raffling football tickets and $250 cash giveaways every half hour from noon to 2:00 pm.And don't miss the Drive Home Happy Pasadena Sweepstakes online at www.DriveHappyPasadena.com where you can enter to win a Visio 47-inch LCD HDTV and Visa® gift cards.And not only does Pasadena Auto Outlet sell cars, they buy them, too. Anyone interested in selling a vehicle can get a free evaluation by scheduling an appointment at 626-449-0121 or visiting PasadenaAutoOutlet.com for more information.Pasadena Auto Outlet sells only pre-owned vehicles, everything from luxury brands like Lexus, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, BMW and more to economy models from makers like Nissan, Toyota, Ford, Chevy and Hyundai. "We've got it all," says Sales Manager, Keith Seals. "Every make and model. Over 150 on the lot right now."CONTACT: Jerry Netkin Pasadena Auto Outlet Email Contact 626-449-0121

CONTACT: Jerry Netkin Pasadena Auto Outlet Email Contact 626-449-0121

HDTV Penetration in Worldwide TV Households Takes Off

FARMINGTON, Conn., Aug 19, 2011 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- Global Information Inc. presents a new market research report, "Global HDTV Forecasts to 2016 - 6th edition" by Informa Telecoms & Media. (For more information: http://www.giiresearch.com/report/itm203506-global-hdtv-6th-edition.html).

Browse our selection of Digital Broadcasting market research, industry forecasts, and business analysis:http://www.giiresearch.com/topics/TL16_en.shtmlMedia Contact: Jeremy Palaia, Global Information, Inc., 860-674-8796, Press@gii.co.jpAbout Global Information Inc.http://www.giiresearch.comJeremy PalaiaGlobal Information, Inc.195 Farmington AvenueAccording to research by Informa, HDTV sets were present in just 3% of the world's TV households as recently as 2005. Since then growth has been spectacular and our forecasts show that by end-2016 platforms in several countries will be approaching the point where most, if not all, users will be actively watching HD content. This raises the prospect of another round of "switchovers" with HD becoming the norm and a new "UltraHD" emerging to serve as an enhancement to it.Email: Press@gii.co.jpSome 34 million active HD households will be added in 2011 bringing the total to 131 million. This number will more than triple again by 2016.Toll Free (US & CANADA): 866-353-3335HDTV penetration has taken off as equipment prices have fallen to affordable levels and the number of channels on offer has become attractive to a mass audience. Some operators now offer HD channels free to subscribers within other packages - though subs often still have to pay for a relatively more expensive HD set-top box .Major sports events such as the Olympics and World Cup soccer spur FTA broadcasters to provide HD channels. These sporting events increase consumer awareness of HD. High-definition TV will not take off in a territory until the main free-to-air broadcasters become involved.Suite 208, Farmington, CT 06032 USAGlobal Information (GII) (http://www.giiresearch.com/about_en.shtml) is an information service company partnering with over 300 research companies around the world. Global Information has been in the business of distributing technical and market research for more than 25 years. Expanded from its original headquarters in Japan, Global Information now has offices in Korea, Taiwan, Singapore, Europe and the United States.Contact:Outside US: 860-674-8796The new global HDTV report provides all the statistics and forecasts you will need on HD-ready households, HD-active households and highlight the key factors affecting each of the 53 global markets that this report focuses on.(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20110819/CG55177)Sales ManagerNorth America currently ranks as the dominant region, accounting for two-thirds of 2010 HDTV totals. However, this proportion is expected to fall in the future as other regions catch up. Asia Pacific is the third-largest region; HDTV penetration in the APAC region is largely attributed to early adoption in Japan.

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Key Digital® Invites 2011 CEDIA Attendees to Booth Tours and Introduction of New Product Releases

MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. -- Key Digital Systems, Inc. the Experts in Digital Video Technology and Solutions, have issued an invitation to all Systems Integrators and Contractors, Consultants, Dealers and Sales personnel from the Residential A/V Market to a personal tour of the Key Digital booth at CEDIA 2011! You will be introduced to the newest additions in the Key Digital Product line, and have an opportunity to meet industry pioneer and holder of 40 HDTV patents, Mike Tsinberg. Come join the party here in Indianapolis taking place at the Key Digital Booth, Booth # 4234!

New Products Being Unveiled at CEDIA Expo 2011:Key Digital Systems, Inc. - Making HDMI Plug & Play vs. Plug & PrayMike Tsinberg Speaks at CEDIA Expo Sponsored Events:No New Wires & HDMI TroubleshootingEST017 - No New Wires: Using New Retrofit Technologies to Increase Efficiency –Saturday September 10th, 9AM-Noon, Room 136, Indianapolis Convention CenterFor more information on any of the products being unveiled at CEDIA, please visit http://www.keydigital.com. For information on any of our many exciting CEDIA events please visit http://www.keydigital.com/UpCommingEvents_.aspx.Wednesday, September 7th, 9:00-9:30 AM, Indianapolis Convention Center, Sagamore 5 BallroomSession 1: Wednesday September 7th, 9AM-1PM, Room 139, Indianapolis Convention CenterSession 2: Friday September 9th, 2PM-6PM, Room 139, Indianapolis Convention CenterWednesday, September 7th, 2 PM, Indianapolis Convention Center Room 123HDMI Applications Symposium at CEDIA 2011 –Sponsored by HDMI Licensing, LLCKey Digital Systems, Inc.HDMI Connectivity: Technology that Enables Reliable HDMI Connections Utilizing Long Run CAT5/6 CablingCEDIA Manufacturers' Training:CEDIA 2011 at the Indianapolis Convention Center, Indianapolis, IN, September 7th – 10th.Friday, September 9th, 10 AM, Marriott (across from the convention center)Indiana Ballroom CEST056 - HDMI Troubleshooting – Room 139

For more information on any of the products being unveiled at CEDIA, please visit http://www.keydigital.com. For information on any of our many exciting CEDIA events please visit http://www.keydigital.com/UpCommingEvents_.aspx.

Ciena Selected by Lightower Fiber Networks to Deliver Digital Video Transport for Major Broadcast Company

Solution delivers native uncompressed high-definition video from multiple studios in real-time to simplify production of live HDTV content while enhancing video quality

About Lightower Fiber Networks“The ability to deliver uncompressed digital video in its native format offers our customer a tremendous cost and operational advantage over competing solutions. We are excited to address the growing market demand for high quality video transport,” said Jason Campbell, executive vice president of operations & engineering at Lightower. “We evaluated a number of platforms and concluded that the Ciena solution, which allowed us to leverage much of our existing network infrastructure, provided both the best solution for the customer’s immediate needs and also future scalability.”CHELMSFORD, Mass. -- Axis Communications, the global leader in the network video market, today presents its top-of-the-line HDTV 1080p, full frame rate at 30 frames per second (fps), pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ) dome network cameras with 20x optical zoom for the ultimate in video quality and performance. The indoor and outdoor-ready AXIS Q6035/-E PTZ Dome Network Cameras also support 60 fps in HDTV 720p, enabling the capture of quick movements. The cameras are ideal for mission-critical and wide area surveillance applications such as at airports, stadiums and casinos, as well as for city and perimeter surveillance.Recognizing the need to connect its customer’s numerous live broadcast studios to a separate major production studio with an ultra reliable, low-latency network, Lightower turned to Ciena for optical transport technology that could deliver a high capacity, adaptive network with the ability to support current and emerging video bitrates and interfaces. Ciena’s native video transport solution supports standard and high-definition (HD) uncompressed video signals such as 3 Gbps HD-SDI. It automatically adapts to the signals being transmitted to multiple studio locations, delivering the right capacity in the right format at the right time. In addition, Ciena’s video solution allows real-time monitoring and management, thereby protecting the broadcaster’s investment as their bandwidth needs increase with the proliferation of HD content.Axis is an IT company offering network video solutions for professional installations. The company is the global market leader in network video, driving the ongoing shift from analog to digital video surveillance. Axis products and solutions focus on security surveillance and remote monitoring, and are based on innovative, open technology platforms. Axis is a Sweden-based company, operating worldwide with offices in more than 20 countries and cooperating with partners in more than 70 countries. Founded in 1984, Axis is listed on the NASDAQ OMX Stockholm, under the ticker AXIS. For more information about Axis, please visit our website at www.axis.com.LINTHICUM, Md. -- Ciena® Corporation (NASDAQ: CIEN), the network specialist, today announced that it was selected by Lightower Fiber Networks, a leading metro fiber network and bandwidth service provider, to deliver a native video transport solution for a leading global entertainment content and broadcast company. The end-user required a solution to replace its current time-consuming and quality-compromising process of compressing and decompressing video signals at multiple sites.Ciena is the network specialist. We collaborate with customers worldwide to unlock the strategic potential of their networks and fundamentally change the way they perform and compete. With focused innovation, Ciena brings together the reliability and capacity of optical networking with the flexibility and economics of Ethernet, unified by a software suite that delivers the industry’s leading network automation. We routinely post recent news, financial results and other important announcements and information about Ciena on our website. For more information, visit www.ciena.com.“As the use of video continues to increase, so does the need for high-capacity native digital video transport solutions that can deliver the highest quality and superior speeds with real-time monitoring and management,” said Chad Whalen, vice president and general manager, North America field organization at Ciena. “Our partnership with Lightower and this project with a leading multimedia and broadcast company is a testament to the value of our innovative technology.”AXIS P5544 is supported by AXIS Camera Station video management software and the industry’s largest base of application software through Axis’ Application Development Partner program. AXIS P5544 also comes equipped with AXIS Video Hosting System (AVHS) capabilities and is ONVIF conformant. The camera will be available for order in July 2011. For photos and other resources, please visit www.axis.com/corporate/press/press_material.htm?key=p5544 or stop by booth #18051 at ISC West.Support for HDTV 720p entails a 1280 x 720 pixel resolution, progressive scan, HDTV color fidelity, full frame rate and a 16:9 format. AXIS P5544 can deliver multiple, individually configurable H.264 and Motion JPEG video streams simultaneously. H.264 greatly optimizes bandwidth and storage use without compromising image quality.CHELMSFORD, Mass. -- Axis Communications, the global leader in the network video market, today introduces a unique PTZ dome camera that incorporates two different lenses to allow users to obtain a 360° panoramic view and then mechanically pan, tilt and zoom in 18x for detailed HDTV-quality surveillance. The indoor AXIS P5544 PTZ Dome Network Camera is ideal for applications that require both wide overview surveillance and sharp, zoomed-in views for identification purposes, such as at airports, train stations, logistics centers and shopping malls.

Forward-looking statements. This press release contains certain forward-looking statements based on current expectations, forecasts and assumptions that involve risks and uncertainties. These statements are based on information available to the Company as of the date hereof; and Ciena's actual results could differ materially from those stated or implied, due to risks and uncertainties associated with its business, which include the risk factors disclosed in its Report on Form 10-Q, which Ciena filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 10, 2011. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding Ciena's expectations, beliefs, intentions or strategies regarding the future and can be identified by forward-looking words such as "anticipate," "believe," "could," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "should," "will," and "would" or similar words. Ciena assumes no obligation to update the information included in this press release, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Axis Presents Highest Quality PTZ Dome Network Cameras with HDTV 1080p and 20x Zoom for Critical Surveillance

Day/Night PTZ cameras unveiled at ISC West offer 360° endless pan, tour recording and operate in 60 frames per second in HDTV 720p

The Ciena-based solution includes the ActivSpan 565 Advanced Services Platform, a compact and cost-optimized metro WDM platform that enables a variety of video, data and storage services to be efficiently aggregated onto an optical wavelength-based network or service. Along with the members of Ciena’s ActivSpan 5000 Series, ActivSpan 565 supports video circuit packs that offer flexible and highly reliable video interfaces in addition to a complete set of diagnostic and monitoring tools specifically adapted to the broadcast industry.AXIS Q6035/-E cameras support day and night functionality for clearer video in low light conditions and wide dynamic range for better visibility of objects in dark and light areas of a scene. With 360° endless pan, they are robustly built for constant PTZ movements and support a tour recording functionality that makes it easy to set up automatic guard tour operations.With Active Gatekeeper, the cameras can automatically move to a preset position to capture, for instance, a vehicle license plate or a person’s face when motion is detected in a pre-defined area, and then track the detected object. The cameras’ support for AXIS Camera Application Platform also enables the installation of video analytic applications from Axis’ partners.Forward-looking statements. This press release contains certain forward-looking statements based on current expectations, forecasts and assumptions that involve risks and uncertainties. These statements are based on information available to the Company as of the date hereof; and Ciena's actual results could differ materially from those stated or implied, due to risks and uncertainties associated with its business, which include the risk factors disclosed in its Report on Form 10-Q, which Ciena filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 10, 2011. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding Ciena's expectations, beliefs, intentions or strategies regarding the future and can be identified by forward-looking words such as "anticipate," "believe," "could," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "should," "will," and "would" or similar words. Ciena assumes no obligation to update the information included in this press release, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.About Axis CommunicationsAbout CienaThe easy-to-install PTZ dome has an IP51 rating, ensuring protection against dust and dripping water, and enabling video to be taken even when a sprinkler system is activated. The camera is powered using High Power over Ethernet (IEEE 802.3at), which simplifies installation since only one standard network cable is needed for carrying power, video and PTZ controls.The camera’s other features include day and night functionality for clearer video in low light conditions, and wide dynamic range for better visibility of objects in dark and light areas of a scene. AXIS P5544 supports two-way audio as well as audio detection, which can be used to trigger an alarm when unusual sounds are detected. The camera can connect to external devices such as sensors and relays to, for example, turn on lights or lock doors.Lightower Fiber Networks is a leading fiber network and broadband service provider in the Northeast, offering over 5,800 fiber route miles coupled with comprehensive transport, alternative access, and nationwide long haul services. Lightower’s fiber footprint extends from New England, to eastern New York State, northern New Jersey, Long Island, and New York City. With access to over 2,300 buildings, Lightower offers unparalleled regional density, performance, scalability, security, and reliability in the Northeast. Lightower Fiber is headquartered in Boxborough, MA. For more information, visit www.lightower.com or call 888-LT-FIBER.Both indoor and outdoor models are powered using High Power over Ethernet (PoE), which further simplifies installation since only one cable is required for power, video and PTZ controls. Support for High PoE also means that the cameras can be connected to an Uninterruptible Power Supply and continue to function even during a power failure.The use of two different lenses for different field of views means that image quality is maintained even when zooming in. Due to its HDTV resolution, AXIS P5544’s 18x zoom with autofocus provides not only a level of detail that is comparable to a 36x-zoom, 4CIF-resolution camera but also the extra advantage of a wider, 16:9 field of view with zoomed-in views.AXIS P5544 supports AXIS Camera Application Platform, which enables the installation of video analytic applications from Axis’ partners, and is ONVIF conformant. It also has a built-in SD/SDHC memory card slot that enables recordings to be stored locally.Complying with relevant parts of the SMPTE 274M standard, the cameras’ HDTV 1080p entails a 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution, progressive scan, color fidelity, full frame rate and a 16:9 format. The cameras can deliver multiple, individually configurable H.264 and Motion JPEG video streams simultaneously. H.264 greatly optimizes bandwidth and storage use without compromising image quality.

Axis is an IT company offering network video solutions for professional installations. The company is the global market leader in network video, driving the ongoing shift from analog to digital video surveillance. Axis products and solutions focus on security surveillance and remote monitoring, and are based on innovative, open technology platforms. Axis is a Sweden-based company, operating worldwide with offices in more than 20 countries and cooperating with partners in more than 70 countries. Founded in 1984, Axis is listed on the NASDAQ OMX Stockholm, under the ticker AXIS. For more information about Axis, please visit our website at www.axis.com.

Axis Announces First HDTV Pan/Tilt/Zoom Dome Camera with 360° Panoramic View at ISC West

Unique Panopsis, dual-lens technology combines the beauty of HDTV-quality PTZ performance with 360° overview coverage for a powerful monitoring solution

This first-ever HDTV PTZ with 360° panoramic view network camera will be demonstrated in Axis booth #18051 at ISC West in Las Vegas.Axis unveiled the new 1080p HDTV PTZ network cameras at ISC West 2011 in booth #18051.Note to Ciena InvestorsThe indoor AXIS Q6035 supports two-way audio and audio detection, and enables connection to external devices such as sensors and relays. Both models have a built-in SD/SDHC memory card slot that enables recordings to be stored locally.Axis is an IT company offering network video solutions for professional installations. The company is the global market leader in network video, driving the ongoing shift from analog to digital video surveillance. Axis products and solutions focus on security surveillance and remote monitoring, and are based on innovative, open technology platforms. Axis is a Sweden-based company, operating worldwide with offices in more than 20 countries and cooperating with partners in more than 70 countries. Founded in 1984, Axis is listed on the NASDAQ OMX Stockholm, under the ticker AXIS. For more information about Axis, please visit our website at www.axis.com.Due to its HDTV 1080p resolution, AXIS Q6035/-E’s 20x zoom with autofocus provides a level of detail in zoomed-in views that is comparable to a 4CIF-resolution camera with more than twice the zoom ratio. In addition, the cameras provide the extra advantage of a wider, 16:9 field of view.Lightower is a Managed Service Provider partner within Ciena’s BizConnect global partner program.“Axis’ line of HDTV cameras that follow SMPTE standards have been incredibly popular with our integrator partners and mutual end-users, and now they can choose between the highest-quality 1080p video or the same frame rate in 720p that they experience in high-end home theatres – but in a PTZ format,” said Fredrik Nilsson, general manager, Axis Communications Inc. “Not only will the video quality of the Q6035 amaze its users, especially when zooming in, but the additional features and functionality of these precision PTZ domes will help improve surveillance operations.”AXIS P5544 is built on Axis’ Panopsis technology, which allows the product to function as a full 360° overview camera with a wide-angle lens, and a fast dome camera with 360° pan, 180° tilt, 18x zoom with HDTV 720p video. A special user interface, including a magnifying glass and configurable preset camera positions, has been developed to make it easy for users to view the scene in the 360° overview mode and then click on any area of interest for the camera to immediately pan, tilt and zoom in on the person or object for closer HDTV views in normal mode.For additional information, please see Axis in booth #18051 at ISC West or visit www.axis.com/corporate/press/press_material.htm?key=q6035 and www.axis.com/corporate/press/press_material.htm?key=q6035e.AXIS Q6035/-E cameras provide the market’s most advanced suite of security and network management capabilities. The cameras are ONVIF conformant and are supported by AXIS Camera Station video management software as well as the industry’s largest base of application software through Axis’ Application Development Partner program. AXIS Q6035/-E also feature AXIS Video Hosting System (AVHS) capabilities. The products will be available for order in Q2 2011 at the suggested retail price of $3,399 for AXIS Q6035 and $3,999 for AXIS Q6035-E.

Axis is an IT company offering network video solutions for professional installations. The company is the global market leader in network video, driving the ongoing shift from analog to digital video surveillance. Axis products and solutions focus on security surveillance and remote monitoring, and are based on innovative, open technology platforms. Axis is a Sweden-based company, operating worldwide with offices in more than 20 countries and cooperating with partners in more than 70 countries. Founded in 1984, Axis is listed on the NASDAQ OMX Stockholm, under the ticker AXIS. For more information about Axis, please visit our website at www.axis.com.