JOBO AG Announces the New GIGA Vu extreme Image Storage Device for Photographers Professional unit features up to 160 GB storage, real RAW image decoding, SD/SDHC adapter, and is designed for use with the JOBO photoGPS
Gummersbach, Germany – JOBO AG announces today the introduction of the
new GIGA Vu extreme digital image storage and viewing device. Available
in hard disk capacities up to 160 GB, the new GIGA Vu extreme features
a brilliant 3.7” VGA resolution display for crisp and clear viewing of
stored digital images, a verify function for safe and reliable transfer
of images, real RAW file decoding of more then 100 RAW formats,
includes an SD/SDHC adapter, and is the first JOBO image storage device
designed for compatibility with JOBO’s new photoGPS unit.
“JOBO understands the workflow needs of today’s digital photographers
and the JOBO GIGA Vu extreme picks up where our award-winning GIGA Vu
PRO evolution left off,” said Johannes Bockemuehl-Simon, JOBO’s CEO.
“With the new JOBO GIGA Vu extreme, users can copy, store, view, print
and present their photos easily and without the need for a computer.”
Advanced Features
The new high-quality JOBO GIGA Vu extreme is the ultimate multi-media,
photo copier and image viewing system. This portable digital album with
hard drive storage and a built-in memory card slot for CompactFlash and
MicroDrive, as well as an included SD/SDHC adapter (all other memory
card types via optional adapter), was designed for digital camera users
that want the most advanced digital storage and display features. The
JOBO GIGA Vu extreme offers optimized professional photo functions
including real RAW file decoding, super Hi-Speed downloading of files
to and from a user’s computer, and razor sharp image viewing
capability. With vast storage options from 80 GB up to 160 GB, this
unique, compact, digital accessory is ideal as a permanent secure
storage system for a user’s precious digital pictures. It is also an
easy-to-use portable media player that can go anywhere, allowing users
to enjoy their favorite photos, videos and music anytime.
View Brilliant Colors with Enhanced Detail
The JOBO GIGA Vu extreme features a large 3.7” Color TFT display
allowing photographers to instantly view their digital pictures in many
image formats including RAW. In addition, this unique digital player
offers TV-out for easily displaying pictures directly on a television.
When sharing photos with family and friends, adding background music or
creating a stunningly vivid slideshow is quick and easy. When used as a
media player, it is compatible with MPEG 1, MPEG 2, and MPEG 4 video
files and MP3 music files. Users can even use the on-the-go (OTG)
feature to connect the JOBO GIGA Vu extreme to other stand-alone USB
devices such as digital cameras, printers, MP3 players, and card
readers.
Designed for JOBO photoGPS
The new GIGA Vu extreme is developed and designed for direct
interaction with JOBO’s photoGPS unit. Data from a digital camera’s
memory card can be stored together with the data of the photoGPS on the
hard disc of the JOBO GIGA Vu extreme. This file-based matching of data
simplifies the process of combining pictures and GPS data on the PC at
home – very helpful for photographers dealing with a large amount of
data.
Special Photo Features
The JOBO GIGA Vu extreme offers real RAW File Decoding indicating not
only JPEG images, but actually displaying the real and true RAW data.
And with its power zoom feature, a photo pixel can be indicated
perfectly as a screen pixel. As an extra measure of security, the GIGA
Vu extreme also offers a Verify-Function confirming all data has
transferred completely, dust detection, Pict-Bridge printing and a J.D.
Loupe feature for viewing even the most precise image details. In
addition, the JOBO GIGA Vu extreme conveniently displays histograms and
channel views.
Specifications
80, 120 and 160 GB hard disk storage capacity options
3.7“ Color TFT VGA (640x480)
Adjustable brightness 280 candela/m?
Built-in Card slot for CF I/II, MicroDrive
SD, SDHC (Adapter)
Removable Li-Ion-Battery
WiFi/WLAN compatible (optional CF-card required)
USB 2.0 (high-speed), USB 2.0 OTG
Dimensions 5.7 x 4.2 x 1.5 inches (145 x 107 x 38 mm)
Weight 14.8 ounces (420 g)
Available with three different storage capacities – 80GB, 120GB and
160GB the retail prices are $599, $749, and $899 respectively.
About JOBO AG
JOBO is a family-owned company now in its third generation of family
leadership. Having been founded in 1923, it has built up a reputation
for quality, professionalism, and commitment. These core values remain
their keys for continuous success in times of vast technological
changes, growing markets, and globalization.
Through innovation and ingenuity JOBO has created standards within the
imaging industry. For example, JOBO created the product class of
small-volume, high-quality photo processors. And NASA pictures of the
first flight to the moon (Apollo 11) were processed using JOBO
equipment.
JOBO is also one of the first exhibitors of the most important photo
trade shows in the world – photokina, founded in 1950. Since then,
close interaction with photo dealers and end users has been critical in
making JOBO an indisputable market leader in the world of photography.
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