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The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) trade group recently released its 2006 Five Technologies to Watch. The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) trade group recently released its 2006 Five Technologies to Watch . The annual publication examines prominent technology trends poised to influence the consumer electronics industry in the year ahead. First, cheaper HDTV sets and more HD programming will spur demand for such as Blu-Ray Disc, HD-DVD and HD-DVR. About 10% of American homes have digital video recorders and that number is expected to climb next year as more cable and satellite providers offer HDVR service. Blu-Ray Disc and HD-DVD both have the ability to record and transport HD content. But it remains unclear which format will become the industry "standard." Copy protection and video-on-demand
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HDMI Cables
High-definition multimedia interface (HDMI) cables are assemblies of audio and video cables that are used to transmit digital audio/video signals. They are used to connect digital devices such as set-top boxes, personal computers, and camcorders to compatible computer monitors, video projectors, and digital televisions. HDMI uses a single cable for the transmission of uncompressed digital data and implements the EIA/CEA-861 standards.  
Scan and Video Converters
Scan and video converters transform computer-video signals into a television-compatible format.  They are sometimes called PC to TV converters or PC to video converters.
Audio Visual Services
Audio visual service providers design, integrate, and install multimedia equipment for corporate, production, and broadcasting applications.
Video Cameras
Video cameras record live-action scenes that are available for viewing via a stored or transmitted video feed. This allows the user to create a permanent and detailed chronicle of events. Video cameras record dozens of pictures (or frames) a second that when viewed in succession, clearly distinguish the translation of an object or person over time.
Trade Organizations and Professional Societies
Trade organizations and professional societies develop and provide standards, information and training to improve and/or promote an industry segment.
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