July 3, 2008 Knoll welcomes new rep firm

Knoll Systems is pleased to announce a new member to its list of rep firms. Cardinal Sales, which was founded in 1968 by Sumner Selby, has a dedicated inside sales and support staff which allows them to expedite orders efficiently. They have annual dealer shows, send out “Blast Faxes and E-mails” announcing product specials and promoting certain events. You can contact Cardinal Sales at 7809 Hoover Road, Indianapolis, IN 46260, by telephone at 317-298-9650, by fax at 317-291-7925, or e-mail (for Indiana) mwiggs@cardinalsales.com or (for Ohio, West Virginia, Western PA, and Michigan) twinningham@cardinalsales.com.

July 3, 2008 New Italian distributor onboard

Knoll has the pleasure of announcing its newest international distributor. ProAudio Italia distributes professional audio/video products for many companies in Italy.We are thrilled to welcome this well known and respected distributor to our company. Contact ProAudio Italia at Via Domenico Cirilo, 2-70022 Altamura (Ba), Italy, or, on their website, or by telephone at +39 80 314.32.24, or by fax at +39 80 311.87.48, or you can e-mail Stephany Caputo for more information.

June 30, 2008 Knoll announces the HDP404 which is now available for shipping

Undeniable value

Knoll Systems is making it unbelievably effortless for you to be thrilled by your home theater experience with the new HDP404.

This projector delivers brilliant color for the smoothest picture you have ever seen! Featuring Darkchip1 DLP® technology from Texas Instruments, the HDP404 displays a sharp image and unbelievable lifelike pictures whether you are playing a game or watching your favorite television show. It displays almost all current formats including Blu-Ray, DVDs and PVRs.

The HDP404 features a native resolution of 1920 X 1080, is fully DVT compatible, and displays all ATSC HDTV formats including 720p, 1080i and 1080p. Future proof HDMI 1.3 supports Deep Color™ and can display up to 1.07 billion colors without color banding artifacts.

The HDP404 has a swivel base that allows for simple set up on a tabletop, or removes for ceiling mounting. It is sleek and elegant with a piano black finish that will compliment any room.

You can find out more information by clicking here.

June 30, 2008 The new value standard in home theater projection is coming to home theaters everywhere!

Incredible image quality

The world-class HD222 delivers engineering innovations, features, and picture quality required for today’s multi-format home theater applications. With a light output of 1800 ANSI lumens and a contrast ratio of 1400:1; your family and friends will experience the thrill of top-quality home theater.

The HD222 projector features Darkchip1 imaging from Texas Instruments BrilliantColor™. It uses innovations in image processing to improve the optical efficiency of DLP® projectors and expands the capability of the color wheel.

The value priced HD222 has all the features and almost all the picture quality of our top-of-the-line true HDTV projectors at a fraction.

Visit our products page for more info on this incredible projector.

March 13, 2008 Knoll announces new high performance high-definition HD1080P projector

New HDP460 projector Darkchip4

The HDP460 raises the bar when it comes to flawless, spectacular, award-winning image quality. This projector delivers enhanced brightness of 1600 video-optimized lumens contrast of 5,000:1 native, or up to 15,000:1 by activating the onboard iris. This projector delivers amazing technology and stunning high-definition. The HDP460 boasts future-proof HDMI 1.3 with Deep Color™. The new HDMI standard can display up to 1.07 billion colors for a smooth picture without color band artifacts.

Video optimized brightness up to 1600 Max ANSI lumens. The HDP460 is bright enough to deliver film-standard, D6500K color accuracy in nearly any theater, even with ambient light or daytime viewing. or, brightness can be reduced to improve black level performance in a dedicated home theater without dimming the picture.

Important specifications:

· 1080p DLP DarkChip4 and native 5000:1 contrast ratio.

· Pixelworks™ DNX™ 10-bit video processing

· Built-in scaling support for 2.35:1 aspect ratio

· Comprehensive, built in connectivity and I/O

· Knoll color gamut calibrator and ISF day and night presets

· Swivel mount kit included

Orders can be placed immediately with delivery April 2008 available through Knoll Systems distributors and Knoll Authorized Resellers, or by calling 1 800 566-5579.

January 31, 2008 Knoll Systems introduces new Sales and Marketing Director

Richard Hanson has joined Knoll Systems and is the new sales and marketing director.

Richard is an engineer (BSEE) and brings a wealth of experience to this position as a dealer/integrator, factory and independent sales representative, distributor, sales trainer with Zig Ziglar, as well as manufacturer with national and international electronic sales, product design, engineering, and manufacturing experience. He currently resides in Denver, Colorado.

As a rep for Knoll Systems many years ago, Richard says “I have always have been impressed with Knoll’s technical abilities.” He anticipates placing Knoll Systems where it should be in each market to achieve the sales and profitability it deserves.

You can contact Richard until February 8 at 1 800 566-5579 or by e-mail at richardh@knollsystems.com. We will be updating his contact information soon; which will be posted on this web site on the Contact page.

October 4, 2007 Knoll HDP410 projectors are now shipping

Knoll Systems is making it effortless for you to be delighted by your home theater experience with the new HDP410. This projector delivers brilliant, deep and undeniably rich images with film-quality color fidelity Knoll is known for.

The HD410 boasts a native resolution of 1920 X 1080, is fully DTV compatible, and displays all ATSC HDTV formats including 720p, 1080i and 1080p. Future proof with HDMI 1.3, it supports Deep Color™ to display 1.07 billion colors without color banding artifacts and Brilliant Color™ for the smoothest picture you have ever seen.

Orders are shipping now. For more information on the HDP410 visit our Products page on our website, or to order visit our Contact page.

August 21, 2007 Knoll Systems is thrilled to introduce its HDMI safety rated balun system

Almost all conventional HDMI wires are generally safety unrated and most jurisdictions require a minimum class 2 to install wires inside walls. The most cost effective method to install a legal HDMI inwall run is to use CAT 5e or CAT6 wires and Knoll’s HDMI baluns. You will also be able to send DVD, cable TV, satellite and digital pictures and sound from a few feet away to an incredible 70 feet (21 meters) of cable with no discernible video distortion or cable loss. The Knoll balun system offers superior performance than the more expensive, specialized designer cables.

Visit our product listings for more information including specifications, typical installation, and how to place an order. The HDMI balun will be ready to ship in early September.

August 1, 2007 Marketing Services Group joins Knoll family representatives

Knoll Systems is pleased to announce that through Marketing Services Group, located in Pickering Ontario, nine representative firms have been hired to market Knoll products across Canada.

“We’re very excited to be embarking on a new business enterprise with Marketing Services Group,” says Kevin Knoll. “It’s a company that has strong leadership and well-defined direction that hire knowledgeable, dependable, results-oriented reps from across Canada.” “We look forward to a long and prosperous relationship with everyone,” he continues.

Knoll Systems is an industry leader in the field of home theater and custom installation products, which takes immense pride in providing exceptional customer service.

Listed below are the Canadian rep firms for Knoll Systems, by region:

British Columbia
Phoenix Marketing
Arnie Vabson
1554 1B Marine Drive
White Rock, BC V4B 1C9
Telephone: 604-541-2912
Fax: 604-542-2925
Email: avabson@telus.net

Alberta
Hanson West
John Pokorny
2 Pinemeadow Place NE
Calgary, AB T1Y 4P1
Telephone: 403-280-7861
Fax: 403-280-0601
Email: jpokorny@telusplanet.net

Manitoba/Saskatchewan
Armas Sales
Archie Gagnon
Unit M, 675 Berry Street
Winnipeg, MB R3H 1A7
Telephone: 204-775-2780
Email: archie.gagnon@shaw.ca

Ontario [Pro Division]
Media Solutions
Bryan Guidolin
3921 Arvona Place
Mississauga, ON L5M 6L3
Telephone: 416-937-5669
Fax: 905-248-3192
Email: bguidolin@bgmediasolutions.com

Ontario West
Symbiosis
Adrian Mercer
12 Maple Branch Patch
Etobicoke, ON M9P 3T5
Telephone: 416-433-3502
Email: a.b.mercer@rogers.com

Ontario Central
RBAB Marketing
Richard Crowther
211 Misty Court
Kitchener, ON N2B 3V4
Telephone: 519-489-0526
Email: crowther@golden.net

Ontario East
Symbiosis
Adrian Mercer
12 Maple Branch Patch
Etobicoke, ON M9P 3T5
Telephone: 416-433-3502
Email: a.b.mercer@rogers.com

Quebec
JTM Marketing
Jacques Thevenot
15634 Boulevard Gouin Ouest
Montreal, QC H9H 1C4
Telephone: 514-684-5374
Fax :514-696-7774
Email: jacques@jtm-group.com

Quebec [Pro Division]
RF Media
Ronnie Forgione
1150 Vanier
Laval, QC H7C 2N3
Telephone: 450-664-6476
Fax : 450-664-0481
Email: rforgione@rfmedia.ca

Atlantic Canada
MFK Agency
Mark Farrell
58 Lakefield Cove Road
Three Fathom Harbour, NS B0J 1N0
Telephone: 902-827-4696
Fax : 902-827-4696
Email: markeverik@eastlink.ca

January 4, 2007 Knoll System's newest digital home theatre projector, the HD292 DLP™, is in stock and ready to ship

With brilliant, deep, and undeniably rich onscreen images, the HD292 will amaze you with breathtaking image quality, simplified installation and connectivity. Its elegant, sleek and low profile design adds style to any room.

The HD292 boasts a native resolution of 1280 x 720, is fully DTV compatible, and will accept and display all ATSC HDTV formats including 720p, 1080i and 1080p-24 Hz. The light output is stunning at 1000 ANSI lumens with a contrast ratio of 3500:1, so everyone can experience the thrill of top quality digital theater. The HD282 also boasts a DarkChip3 DLP™ imager.

If you’d like more information, visit our website, you can also view our list of distributors, or e-mail us, or call Knoll Systems toll free at 1 800 566-5579.

To reach Nova Marketing you can call 612-920-5085 (office), 612-865-0376 (cellular), or fax 612-865-0376, or e-mail novamarketing@qwest.net. Their address is 4721 Girard Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55419.

September 21, 2006 The Soundsmiths have moved

Please amend your records to show The Soundsmiths are now located at 2405/406 Apeejay Building, Mumbai Samachar Marg, Fort Mumbai 400 001, India.

The Soundsmiths can be reached by phone at +91 (-22) 6635 1888, or by fax at +91 (-22) 6635 1889, or by e-mail at info@thesoundsmiths.com, or by visiting their website.

August 24, 2006 Next generation of infrared receivers ready to ship to your door

Knoll System’s engineers have been working around the clock to get the IR230 (formerly IR23) and IR250 (formerly IR25) infrared receivers upgraded and ready for you. The IR230 “Peep Hole” and the IR25 “Postage Stamp” are both CFL proof and plasma friendly.

Some of the IR230 features include: 50 feet (15m) reception distance, works in normal 3-wire mode, ships with brass and white bezel reducing sku’s, and it arrives in an extremely small package measuring 2” deep x 1/2” diameter.

The IR250 offers 50 feet (15m) of reception distance, CFL rating helps with sunlight, plasma and stray IR problems, Blue talk back LED indicates infrared reception, it is available in off white or black colors, and The IR250 only measures 1.38” x 1.38” x 0.5” deep (35 x 35 x 15mm) with 6’ (2m) wire.

August 8, 2006 Knoll Systems welcomes two new distributors

Knoll Systems welcomes two new companies to our worldwide list of distributors. First we’d like to introduce Electronic Supply in Mobile, Alabama, our newest distributor in the United States. They can be reached at 3561 Holcombe Avenue, Mobile, AL, or by phone at 251-478-0455, or by fax at 251-478-0515, or by e-mail at mobilesales@guesselec.com.

Second, A-Mega in the Ukraine is the latest member of our ever-increasing list of international distributors. They can be reached at 1 Vyzvolyteliv Prosp., Kyiv, Ukraine, or by phone at (38050) 203-20-30, or by fax at +(38044) 270-45-75, or by e-mail at amega@i.com.ua. Visit our Distributor page on our website for a complete listing.

June 22, 2006 Summer is here and so is Knoll Systems' outdoor stereo volume control!

The VOC120im is a surface-mounted weather proof, speaker-level volume control. It’s designed to provide volume control for outdoor or wet locations. The VOC120im superior design gives excellent protection against moisture from rain and splash. It can even be used in a sauna! Installation is fast and easy as the detachable high current connector can be installed long before trim out. The connector also accepts 12 – 24 gauge wire. Visit the Knoll website for more information including technical and specifications, visit our website.

For more information visit our website, view our list of distributors, e-mail Knoll Systems, or call 1 800 566-5579.

June 22, 2006 Introducing High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)

HDMI is the newest interface for audiovisual equipment such as high-definition television and home theater systems. One of the many benefits of HDMI cables is much better video images than its predecessors, component video, S-Video and composite video. Knoll HDMI cables are premium quality featuring 99.99 percent oxygen free copper, double-shielding, 24 cart gold connectors, RoHs compliant and flexible PVC cable jacket.

For more information visit our website, view our list of distributors, e-mail Knoll Systems, or call 1 800 566-5579.

April 28, 2006 Next generation of Knoll multi-channel amplifiers ready to ship

The MA1250 is Knoll System’s newest amplifier and it replaces the legendary MR1250a and MR1250f, at a much lower cost. Designed primarily for the custom installation industry, this Canadian made 12-channel amplifier boasts 50-watts per channel, sufficient power for six rooms of speakers, 4-8 ohm stable — packing some serious punch! Channel link individually connects channels two to six to channel one without the need for patch cords. The MA1250, which includes a hush tone fan, is designed to meet the amplifier needs of custom installed systems where precise high-quality sound is a specific requirement.

For more information visit our website, view our list of distributors, e-mail Knoll Systems, or call 1 800 566-5579.

April 20, 2006 Infrared repeater products ready to ship

Knoll Systems engineers have been hard at work upgrading the IR10 (shelf or tabletop infrared receiver) and IR21 (junction box infrared receiver) as well as designing the brand new IR25 (infrared postage stamp size repeater). In line with Knoll’s commitment to high-performance and easy to install products, the IR10, IR21, and IR25 infrared receivers can be mixed and matched in any system with up to 10 receivers per system.

Knoll also offers an inwall Decora™ style infrared system connection module the IR54 for connecting one or more IR10’s, IR21’s, IR22’s, IR23’s or IR25’s infrared receivers to one to four single or dual emitters and one PS1202. The IR54’s Decora™ style housing is available in white, black, almond or ivory colors.

For more information, visit our website, view our list of distributors, e-mail Knoll Systems, or call toll free at 1 800-566-5579.

April 10, 2006 A Trio of new DLP™ Projectors

The HD108, HD178 and HD290 are the newest members of Knoll System’s DLP™ projectors. They offer stunning larger than life images in exhilarating color and clarity, enhanced by Pixelworks™ DNX™ video-processing technology. Enjoy a painless set up with a simple keypad and a full-featured remote control, direct source access, programmable presets and much more. The resolution for the HD108 is 854x480, the HD178 is 1024x576, and the HD290 is 1280x720-helping deliver a true cinema experience. For more information, visit the Projector product page on our website, e-mail Knoll Systems, or call toll free at 1 800 566-5579.

February 16, 2006 We've moved!!!

Knoll Systems is thrilled to announce that we've moved. Not far from our old Canadian location, our new corporate offices and manufacturing plant are bigger and better. We're looking forward to expanding our operations to accommodate all of our customers, and now we have the room to do just that. Our new address is 12140 Horseshoe Way, Richmond, BC, V7A 4V4, Canada. Please note that our telephone and fax numbers have not changed.

February 6, 2006 Knoll welcomes newest distributor in South Florida

Audio America is South Florida's premier home and car electronics distributorship, specializing in home theater systems and they are Knoll's newest distributor. We are delighted to have them join our incredible team of distributors. Audio America can be reached at: 3750 Prospect Avenue, Riveria Beach, FL, 33404, or by calling toll-free at 1-800-432-8532, or 561-842-5677, or by faxing 561-842-5677. You can also visit their website.