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Panasonic took part in the Milano Salone 2013. [2 min 20 sec]

Milano Salone, one of the largest design exhibitions in the world, takes place in Milan, Italy. Many companies and designers from all around the world come to Milan to take part in this festival of design organized all around the city. This video report introduces Panasonic's exhibit at the Milano Salone 2013. Panasonic's theme was, "Energetic Energies." The architect, Mr. Akihisa Hirata, who designed Panasonic's exhibit for 2 consecutive years, said that he wanted to express the relationship between nature and man or a city vibrant with technology. He used 6,000 miniature solar panels to express the theme and this relationship. Please take a look at what Panasonic's showcase was like.

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The venue for Panasonic's exhibition was the Milan University known for its majestic buildings. [0 min 36 sec]

Panasonic's exhibition theme is Energetic Energies. [0 min 48 sec]

The white cubes represent buildings, and the solar panels represent plants that cover these buildings. [1 min 5 sec]

This innovative vision for a city of the future was brought to life when cities and nature become one. [1 min 8 sec]

Panasonic's theme at Milano Salone 2013 was "Energetic Energies" and this was the main presentation. 6,000 miniature solar panels cover the white cubes that represent buildings in urban cities like plants, and the group of buildings covered by these plants form hills and mountains. In this city of the future, technology and nature are harmoniously integrated. Mr. Hirata explained, "Solar panels create energy from the sun. In that sense, they are very similar to plants." This thinking is where the vibrant concept of this exhibition originated.

LED clear light bulbs emit a nostalgic warm glow. [2 min 38 sec]

These stylish chandeliers even design the light. [3 min 4 sec]

At the exhibition, Panasonic introduced LED chandeliers developed in collaboration with designers in Milan, which use LED clear light bulbs that emit a nostalgic warm glow. Not only do they save energy, by designing light, these chandeliers proposed new possibilities for LED lighting.

In the Eco Learning Program for light, children had a go at using hand generators to create energy and made paper-covered lamp stands. [3 min 28 sec]

The children took a tour around the exhibition and learned about energy from the perspective of art. [3 min 42 sec]

An Eco Learning Program on light was also held at the same time as the Milano Salone. The children created energy using hand generators, made paper-covered lamp stands, and visited the exhibition, learning about the importance of energy from 2 different perspectives, education and art.

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For more information about Panasonic's exhibit at Milano Salone 2013, please also take a look at the following video reports.

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Energetic Energies | Milano Salone del Mobile 2013

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LED Chandelier | Milano Salone del Mobile 2013

• Milano Salone 2013 Vol.1: Solar Panels Shaping the Look of Cities and Energy Resources in the Future
• Milano Salone 2013 Vol.2: Impressions of the Energetic Energies Presentation
• Milano Salone 2013 Special Site
• Feature Story
• [Flash Report] ENERGETIC ENERGIES at Milano Salone 2013

The "Nikkei Messe Shop, Office, House & Urban Innovation Exhibition Japan" was held at the Tokyo Big Sight from March 5 to 8, 2013. This exhibition was actually comprised of 8 exhibitions and Panasonic took part in 3 of them. At the "Lighting Fair 2013" Panasonic introduced its latest products and technologies that enhance the quality of light. At the "Architecture + Construction Materials Exhibition" the "Archi-spec," which gives us greater freedom to create an ideal environment, was showcased. And at the "Security Show 2013," Panasonic exhibited unique plus-one security solutions, which offers new values for security. Please take a look at the diverse range of business solutions Panasonic proposed at these industry tradeshows.

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The Panasonic booth at the Lighting Fair 2013. [0 min 8 sec]

At the Lighting Fair 2013, Panasonic proposed a better quality of light. As an LED solution for homes, Panasonic proposed the "symphony lighting," which combines various types of lighting to create a cozy atmosphere. Panasonic also introduced the new "Surface Emitting LED Lighting," developed with its unique LED technology, which offers a gentle, soft light. Panasonic also showcased lighting for shops and outdoor use brought to life by its Spectrum Control Technology, which offers lighting that is optimal for the location and for the context in which the light will be used. Moreover, as a next generation solution, Panasonic exhibited its organic LED lighting module and the visible light communication system, which communicates information using light. This video introduces the latest in Panasonic's ever-evolving lighting technology.

"Symphony Lighting" creates a cozy environment. [0 min 48 sec]

"Surface Emitting LED Lighting" provides sufficient light, without being too bright. [1 min 17 sec]

Spectrum Control Technology was proposed as an LED solution for shops and outdoor use. [1 min 52 sec]

A solution for the near future, organic LED lighting module. [2 min 19 sec]

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The Panasonic booth at the Architecture + Construction Materials Exhibition 2013. [0 min 35 sec]

At the Architecture + Construction Materials Exhibition 2013, Panasonic introduced its "Archi-spec," a new and unique proposal for the home environment. The "HIKIDO" lets you change the partition of the room as you wish, without having to renovate. "YUKA" is a durable, scratch and dirt resistant flooring material, which highlights the natural grains of the wood. "SHUNOU" is a storage system that lets you creatively arrange the storage space. With an endurance of up to 40kg, the system can store books as well as other heavy items. By adding LEDs to the storage system, you can help create a cozy environment. Panasonic introduced the various benefits the "Archi-spec" offers by recreating a living room set at the exhibition. Please take a look at the video and see for yourself.

A spacious living room was created in the Panasonic booth. [0 min 01 sec]

Archi-spec HIKIDO is a movable wall, that can be opened and closed as you wish. [1 min 29 sec]

Archi-spec YUKA has a wider width, allowing you to appreciate the unique grains of the wood. [1 min 49 sec]

Archi-spec SHUNOU is so durable, it can hold up to 40kg of books, etc. [2 min 06 sec]

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A literacy school in a village held by the light provided by solar lanterns. [3 min 44 sec]

Under the theme, "Plus One in Security - Panasonic adds new values to security through intelligent total solutions -," Panasonic introduced numerous cutting-edge solutions for the shops, buildings/offices, outdoors/public facilities, and homes.

This 360-degrees network camera can capture images in all directions. [0 min 06 sec]

The coverage area (left) and the image captured (right) by this network camera. [1 min 19 sec]

The "Panasonic Security Viewer" lets you check the surveillance camera image from your smartphone. [1 min 57 sec]

Access to the office may be monitored using transportation IC cards. And the "Integrated Security System eX-SG" works in tandem with these surveillance cameras. [2 min 28 sec]

This solution, which uses "TOUGHPADs," secures a means of communication in times of emergencies. [2 min 47 sec]

The Mansion HA System works together with smartphones. [3 min 15 sec]

• [News Release] Panasonic Booth Information(Japanese)
• Official Homepage

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A literacy school in a village held by the light provided by solar lanterns. [6 min 56 sec]

It is said that there are 1.32 billion people in the world who do not have access to electricity. Many rural areas in developing countries still use firewood, dung, and kerosene as a source of light and energy. Each year, 1.9 million people die from smoke inhalation. This death rate is higher than that of malaria or tuberculosis.

Through the "100 Thousand Solar Lantern Project," Panasonic aims to provide 100,000 solar lanterns, which can be charged during the day and used at night, to areas without access to electricity by 2018.

This video introduces how solar lanterns donated to an NGO in Cambodia in 2011 are being used. Please take a look and find out how such a small light can help make people lives better. The video will also make you realized once again how important international cooperation is.

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Mrs. Kyoko Koto is a volunteer who helps provide health services in Cambodia. [1 min 32 sec]

Solar lanterns have helped significantly improve health care provided at nighttime. [3 min 43 sec]

Mrs. Koto works at SHARE, an NGO that provides health services to Asian and African regions. In Cambodia, maternal and child health care is a serious issue. Before they had solar lanterns, people sometimes gave birth to the light of kerosene lamps. But thanks to the solar lanterns, health care providers can see wounds more clearly, check for bleeding, and altogether give better care.

Mr. Aoki, from the Kamonohashi Project, helps women gain their independence by giving them work. [4 min 25 sec]

Solar lanterns provide light to women working in the community factory. [5 min 10 sec]

Mr. Aoki Kenta from the Kamonohashi Project is trying to help prevent child trafficking. One way to help is to provide women jobs at the community factory the project runs. Having said that, during the winter the sun sets earlier. Without light, the women can't work efficiently, and they often suffered from eye stress and headaches. But solar lanterns that light up the working area has helped improved their working conditions.

Mrs. Urata, from the Association of School Aid in Cambodia [5 min 57 sec]

Solar lanterns light the way to the literacy school. [6 min 34 sec]

Mrs. Fukimi Urata from the Association of School Aid in Cambodia helps run literacy schools in rural areas. Cambodia has suffered from wars and internal conflict, and during the Pol Pot era, the education system was destroyed. There are still many children, especially in the rural areas who can't read or write even though they have graduated from elementary schools. This high literacy rate is the root of many problems in Cambodia.

The literacy supervisor, Mr. Bun Pheng explains how illiteracy is at the root of many issues Cambodia faces. [6 min 50 sec]

People learning how to read and write at the literacy night school. [7 min 22 sec]

"For our country to develop, those of us who have had some education must act." says Mr. Bun Pheng, one of the teachers at the literacy school. There are 9 classes being offered at night. The light from the solar lanterns is helping improve the quality of these classes. Mrs. Urata of the ASAC explained, "I often hear students say, 'Learning to read and write has shone a light on our lives and now life seems brighter.' In this sense, light that Panasonic solar lanterns provide serves a very similar role."

Panasonic will continue to provide light to people living in areas without access to electricity. Please see for yourself see how important this project is, and how committed Panasonic is to the project.

• Bringing solar-electric light to regions without electricity worldwide: Panasonic
• Feature article: Solar LED Lantern Project (Deliver lights to non-electricity areas in the world): Panasonic
• SANYO's BOP Initiatives

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Video projectors are fixtures in the schools, churches, halls, museums and malls of the world--and in a growing number of homes. They have proved themselves ideal for projecting images on flat screens, walls, ceilings and floors. Now, however, they can project images onto literally anything, both indoors and out. Robust and high-brightness projectors by Panasonic--which made their debut on the world stage at "London 2012", the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games--have opened creative doors to visual artists and businesses looking for challenging new canvases.

Passion and performance

Panasonic projectors played a starring role at "London 2012," the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games.

Customer focused results

Panasonic PT-DZ21K series projectors have revolutionized the industry with an ultra high-powered and reliable quad-lamp system

• Panasonic projector PT-DZ21K
• Panasonic Solutions Report
• Case Studies: The Venetian(R) Macao-Resort-Hotel

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The latest line-up of energy solutions was showcased in the Panasonic booth. [0 min 17 sec]

From February 27 to March 1, 2013, the 6th International Photovoltaic Power Generation Expo, the PV Expo 2013, was held at the Tokyo Big Sight. Panasonic showcased the breadth of its latest energy solutions for the home and public and industrial facilities. This video captures the energy in the booth, which proposed an eco and comfortable living.

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HIT solar cells were awarded the "IEE Corporate Innovation Award." [0 min 36 sec]

The solar car equipped with Panasonic's HIT solar cells and lithium-ion battery swept away the title at the world's longest distance solar car race. [0 min 49 sec]

The video begins by introducing the excellent quality and advanced technology of HIT solar cells. Recognized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, HIT solar cells have received the "IEEE Corporate Innovation Award," presented to innovative technologies that have made a significant global contribution. And the Tokai University's solar car team won the "Sasol Solar Challenge South Africa 2012" title with a vehicle equipped with HIT solar cells and Panasonic's lithium-ion battery.

HIT Half-type introduced in the stage presentation. [0 min 53 sec]

Uses limited rooftop space efficiently. [1 min 24 sec]

The new HIT Half-type maintains the high performance of standard size HIT solar cells, while efficiently using the rooftop space to obtain the maximum energy output. This, combined with the standard type, lets you install more panels on your roof.

Smart HEMS connects various facilities and appliances in the home over the network. [1 min 31 sec]

You can check the flow of energy in the home on the tablet. [1 min 34 sec]

Panasonic's Smart HEMS connects various facilities and appliances in the home to the network to make the flow of energy visible. You can achieve optimal control over the energy consumed in your entire home.

Energy creation-storage system for the home. [1 min 52 sec]

Solar cells are installed on the roofs of facilities and factories. [2 min 12 sec]

Highly efficient HIT solar cells and high capacity lithium-ion storage batteries function in unison. [2 min 17 sec]

• Solar｜Panasonic
• PV EXPO

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The "One Year to Go" event was held at the Olympic Park in Sochi, Russia. [0 min 3 sec]

On February 7, 2013, exactly one year prior to the Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games, the "One Year to Go" event was held at the Olympic Park in Sochi, Russia. Panasonic, who has been supporting the Olympic Games as the "Official Worldwide Olympic Partner" for over 25 years, has provided a wide range of products and solutions such as various broadcasting equipment/facilities and security cameras to Sochi 2014.

This video captures the "One Year to Go" event, and the Panasonic equipment installed at competition venues and other related facilities. You will also get a glimpse of what the city of Sochi, as it prepares for the Games, the Olympic Park under construction, as well as the "Mountain Cluster," where alpine skiing and ski jumps will take place, are like at the moment.

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A view of the beautiful city of Sochi from the sea. [0 min 3 sec]

The Countdown Clock counts down the time until the Olympic Games begin. [0 min 15 sec]

Sochi, located on the Black Sea coast is a renowned Russian resort. The Olympic Games will be held here for 17 days starting on February 7, 2014. The beautiful view of the city from the sea is a must-see.

The anticipation among people in the Olympic Park continued to build as the countdown progressed. [0 min 33 sec]

A mesmerizing performance by a young boy and a girl. [0 min 35 sec]

Performers twirl fireworks around on the rink. [0 min 42 sec]

And the fireworks in the night sky celebrate one year to go to Sochi. [0 min 57 sec]

The "One Year to Go" event was held exactly one year prior to the Olympic Games, on February 7, 2013. President Vladimir Putin also attended this fantastic event. This video captures memorable scenes from this event such as the diverse performances, the moment of the countdown, and the fireworks.

The LED Large Screen Display System installed at the figure skating rink. [1 min 33 sec]

Plasma displays installed in various facilities. [1 min 36 sec]

Professional camera recorders will capture the performance of the athletes. [1 min 38 sec]

Broadcasting devices such as editing equipment have also been delivered. [1 min 42 sec]

At the "Coastal Cluster," located near the Black Sea, indoor competitions such as skating will be held. In the "Iceberg Skating Palace," the venue for figure skating events, an LED Large Screen Display System has been installed to showcase the expressions and performances of the athletes up close.

An LED Large Screen Display System has also been installed at the bobsleigh and skeleton venue. [3 min 28 sec]

Over 3,500 security cameras have been installed for the Olympic Games. [3 min 37 sec]

Fifty kilometers north of "Coastal Cluster," you will find the "Mountain Cluster," which is where alpine and ski jump events will be held. Over 200 equipment such as security cameras, LED Large Screen Display Systems, and professional TV systems have also been installed at these venues.

With only one year to go, preparations in Sochi are steadily underway. This video captures how Panasonic, as the "Official Worldwide Olympic Partner," will continue to support the Olympic Games with its cutting-edge technologies and products.

• Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics | Official site
• "Sharing the Passion" at the Olympic Games | Panasonic
• The History of Sharing the Passion | Panasonic
• Panasonic / Worldwide Olympic Partner | Facebook

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The Panasonic booth at the 2013 International CES. [1 min 15 sec]

Tests are being conducted at Matsushita Memorial Hospital in Osaka, Japan to determine if an Autonomous Delivery Robot for Hospitals--nicknamed HOSPI--can courier critical medicine and samples safely around the facility on its own. To a patient or visitor, an encounter with HOSPI--a polite and friendly robot that looks like a wheeled penguin, with flashing lights and a gesturing computer screen for a face--can feel like a momentary brush with the future. To the nursing staff, however, this securely locked medicine cabinet on the go is an actual lifesaver today. "We expect nurses to be the big intermediary between doctor and patient," explains Chief Nurse Fumiyo Sakai, "but our fuller quality of health care relies on safe automated machinery and processes, so the nurses can focus more attention on bedside support for patients." That means more time with patients, so by taking on the routine errands and other duties that often overload the nursing staff, HOSPI robots increase efficiency and give nurses leeway to provide more enriched medical care to each individual patient.

Designed for safe in-hospital work assistance

HOSPI robots support the nurses by delivering medicines and samples throughout the hospital

VLC technology uses the hospital's lighting infrastructure to carry communication signals to HOSPI.

Creating new possibilities in medical care

The Medication Picking Robot System is a fast and accurate way to package and sort injection medicines.

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A wide range of solutions was presented in the Panasonic booth. [17sec]

From February 13 to 15 the Supermarket Tradeshow 2013 was held at the Tokyo Big Sight. Under the theme, "Full support for the food line," Panasonic proposed an extensive range of solutions for supermarkets that support the community's food lifeline. These solutions not only provide energy-savings, they also empower supermarkets to support the community in case of natural disasters. Please take a look at the comprehensive range of solutions the Panasonic group presented.

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Panasonic's supermarket showcase business celebrates its 50th anniversary. [45sec]

CFC-free freezer system with zero ozone depletion. [1 min 43 sec]

Panasonic's supermarket showcase business celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. This corner introduced the latest LED lighting and supermarket showcases that reduce the amount of cold air that escapes into the store thereby curtailing wasteful energy use. Panasonic also exhibited a CFC-free freezer system with zero ozone depletion, which helps bring to life the aforementioned showcases.

The natural-color LED demonstration corner attracted many visitors. 　[2 min 3 sec]

Perishable goods can also be lit in their natural color. [1 min 57 sec]

Panasonic's "natural-color LEDs" highlight the natural color of produce. Demonstrations were held in the corner resembling a supermarket, and many visitors stopped by to take a look.

The energy creation-storage system combines the solar power generation system and storage batteries. [2 min 43 sec

In times of power outages, the lights of the showcase are dimmed down to conserve energy. [2 min 38 sec]

The energy creation-storage system helps reduce peak electrical consumption with the solar power generation system and storage batteries. Even in times of power outages, the system will supply power created by the solar power generation system during the day, and then power from the storage batteries at night. The system will help provide safety and security to the community by maintaining the minimum amount of energy necessary and keeping the store up and running.

Centrally controlling various equipment in the supermarket. [2min 45 sec]

The temperatures of the showcases are monitored at all times, working in conjunction with other equipment. [2min 48 sec]

By centrally controlling equipment such as showcases, freezers, air conditioning facilities, and lighting, which were separately controlled in the past, the energy consumption of the entire store may be conserved.

Remote operation service, "ERMOS." [2 min 57 sec]

A demonstration of how energy use in the store or the building may be remotely monitored. [3 min 3 sec]

Panasonic also proposed a remote operation service, which monitors the energy consumed in the entire store 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, makes such information "visible," and finds "wasteful use" to help save energy.

• Panasonic Eco Solutions Company

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The Panasonic booth at the 2013 International CES. [1 min 15 sec]

At the 2013 International CES, Panasonic announced that it will expand its B2B solutions business. The 2 volume video report introduces various topics Panasonic covered and the eco and smart lifestyle Panasonic proposed at this year's CES. For more information about the B2B solutions Panasonic offers around the world, please take a look at volume 1. For details about the ever-evolving Smart VIERA and other consumer products as well as Panasonic's latest technologies, please watch volume 2.

B2B solutions launched in North America.
Panasonic's Eco & Smart Solutions - 2013 International CES Vol.1

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Panasonic President Kazuhiro Tsuga giving his keynote speech. [0 min 55 sec]

Panasonic will undertake solutions businesses focusing on 4 key domains. [0 min 45 sec]

Volume 1 starts with a scene from Panasonic's keynote speech given on the day before the 2013 International CES began. The company announced that it will also put its back into its business solutions by providing comprehensive solutions that include not only hardware, but also software and services.

"MyLink" lets users download and add new apps and functions. [1 min 37 sec]

The fun never ends with this new in-flight entertainment system. [2 min 13 sec]

With "MyLink," an in-vehicle infotainment system co-developed with General Motors, users can download and add new apps and functions, so they can keep the navigation system up-to-date even after purchasing the vehicle.

Digital signage can communicate a rich array of information. [2 min 29 sec]

A demonstration of Panasonic's point-of-sales system. [2 min 31 sec]

Panasonic also offers comprehensive solutions for retailers, which include digital signage and the POS system. These solutions are already being implemented at McDonald's and convenience stores.

The 20-inch 4K Tablet also drew much attention during the keynote speech. [1 min 05 sec]

Panasonic also proposed solutions for photographers and architects. [3 min 17 sec]

The video also features the 20-inch 4K Tablet Panasonic just unveiled. You can learn more about the unique tablet solutions that take advantage of the super resolution of the 4K display such as those for electric catalogs, editing photographs, and also for architects.

Consumer products brought to life by cutting-edge technology.
Panasonic's Eco & Smart Solutions - 2013 International CES Vol.2

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The new Smart VIERA line-up featuring a fresh look. [0 min 35 sec]

"My Home Screen" with a wide-range of customizable features. [1 min 02 sec]

The "Home Screen" function gave VIERA a new look and feel. Not only does it let you enjoy regular TV programming, you can also display SNSs and various apps on the screen, giving you quick access. Moreover, if you say the words, "My Home Screen," towards the remote control, the TV will display your personalized home screen.

Swipe & Share 2.0 enhances connectivity with tablets and smartphones. [1 min 11 sec]

You can share photographs and movies with a swipe of your fingertip. [1 min 14 sec]

With Swipe & Share 2.0, you can share photographs and movies from tablets and smartphones with the tip of your finger and display them on the large screen VIERA. You can also save photographs to which you've added messages to your mobile device using 2 fingers.

The 56-inch 4K2K OLED panel was much talked about. [2 min 52 sec]

The panel created using all-printing method, suitable for mass production, is the world's largest. [2 min 43 sec]

The 8.9mm thin, world's largest, 56-inch 4K2K OLED panel was unveiled as well. One of the key features of this panel is the RGB all-printing method, suitable for mass production. The high resolution, high contrast images also created quite a buzz.

"Opening Remarks" [4 min 29 sec]

To kick the 2013 International CES off, Panasonic President Kazuhiro Tsuga made the opening keynote speech and talked about the company's vision. You can watch the keynote speech by clicking on the link below.

• Panasonic Showcases Eco & Smart Solutions at CES 2013 | Panasonic News Portal
• Panasonic Develops New Tablet with 20-inch 4k IPS Alpha LCD Panel (Jan 9, 2013)
• 2013 International CES | Official Site
• Panasonic President Tsuga Delivers Opening Keynote at CES 2013
• Panasonic Showcases Eco & Smart Solutions at CES 2013 | Panasonic News Portal
• Panasonic Develops New Tablet with 20-inch 4k IPS Alpha LCD Panel | Press Release (Jan 9, 2013)
• 2013 International CES | Official Site

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The Panasonic booth at Eco-Products 2012 [0 min 53 sec]

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This year's theme for the Panasonic booth is, "Eco and Smart Lifestyles." [0 min 59 sec]

"Eco-Products 2012," an environmental exhibition, was held at the Tokyo Big Sight from December 13 to 15. The theme for the Panasonic booth at this year's Eco-Products was "Eco and Smart Lifestyles." Please take a look at what the Panasonic booth, which welcomed many visitors over the 3 days of the exhibition, was like.

SMARTHEMS connect together various appliances and facilities in the home. [1 min 05 sec]

AiSEG plays a key role in SMARTHEMS. [1 min 08 sec]

SMARTHEMS(TM) is Panasonic's unique home energy management system. AiSEG acts as the central component, which connects various home appliances and facilities together to save energy with ease.

You can check how much energy you have consumed in your home on your tablet PC or TV. [1 min 19 sec]

The flow of energy is visible even on the living room VIERA. [1 min 23 sec]

One of the key features of the SMARTHEMS(TM) is that it makes the flow of energy in your home visible, and you can view the status on your VIERA, tablets, smartphones, etc.

If the IH cooking heater is using too much energy, the AiSEG will automatically make adjustments. [1 min 48 sec]

The surplus energy created through solar power generation can be used to create hot water. [1 min 59 sec]

The ECONAVI equipped refrigerator checks how much produce is stored inside and automatically saves energy. [2 min 17 sec]

You can check ECONAVI's information by touching the smartphone up to the ECONAVI equipped appliances. [2 min 24 sec]

The second feature is "automatic control" of the electricity in your home. In the kitchen, if the IH cooking heater is using too much electricity, the output will be adjusted accordingly. In the bathroom, you can add more hot water that has been heated using surplus energy created by the solar power generation system. Panasonic proposed a new lifestyle, whereby the energy inside the entire home is controlled centrally.

HIT(R) solar cells create energy efficiently. [2 min 27 sec]

Offers a stable supply of energy even during power outages. [2 min 39 sec]

Supplies energy created by fuel cells. [2 min 46 sec]

Supplies energy from the ELSEEV(R). [2 min 51 sec]

Last but not least, the third feature is "create, store, and use." In the future, the system will also incorporate household fuel cells and ELSEEV(R), electric vehicle charging systems.

Introduces the recycling processes in a very straightforward way. [2 min 54 sec]

Advanced model town, PanaHome Smart City Shioashiya. [3 min 14 sec]

Children having fun learning with a tablet PC. [3 min 42 sec]

• [News Release] Panasonic to Present Eco and Smart Lifestyles at Eco-Products 2012
• Official Homepage

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A concept movie that depicts women with a positive attitude towards life. [0 min 54 sec]

"Panasonic Beauty" products let you bring out your beauty within very easily, very conveniently. This video, which is available on the Panasonic Beauty portal site, depicts women who have a positive attitude towards life. The latter half of the video introduces behind-the-scenes clips from the shoot. You can see the cute expressions of the models off camera, and how they prepare for the shoot using "Panasonic Beauty" products. Their cool and focused expressions you see in the beginning contrast with their cute, unreserved behavior off camera.

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Beauty is inspiration [0 min 12 sec]

Beauty is imagination [0 min 19 sec]

Beauty is spirit [0 min 21 sec]

Beauty is freedom [0 min 32 sec]

Beauty is success [0 min 45 sec]

A model moisturizing using the steamer, Nano Care in between shoots. [1 min 22 sec]

Panasonic Beauty products are also used for hair and make up. [1 min 3 sec]

The video features a lot of cute shots of models off camera. [1 min 57 sec]

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Panasonic Beauty portal site.

Also features scenes from the event in Thailand.

• Panasonic Beauty Global Site

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For example, you can see how much energy is being created by the solar panels. [1 min 13 sec]

Tully's Coffee Japan, a company that has been a leading figure in Japan's café industry, has embarked on a new strategy. They intend to incorporate green efforts in the planning and design of its coffee shops. One of these efforts is a pilot coffee shop it has built in a house near a suburban train station. Tully's aims to make the flow of energy, such as the usage of the solar power generation system and the energy consumed by each device in the shop, visible. They are also setting indexes so that they can apply these efforts to other stores. This video introduces the pilot coffee shop equipped with solar panels, storage batteries, ECO CUTE water heater, etc.

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The ultimate eco-conscious Tully's coffee shop in Ekoda. [0 min 22 sec]

Tully's Coffee Japan Co., Ltd. Business Development Division, Mr. Kazuo Chiku. [0 min 29 sec]

Tully's coffee shop in Ekoda wanted to become the ultimate eco-conscious coffee shop. It is the first Tully's coffee shop in Japan equipped with a solar power generation system and storage batteries. These will create about 10~20% of the energy the coffee shop needs.

Solar panels installed on the rooftop of the coffee shop. [0 min 48 sec]

Storage batteries that store the energy created. [0 min 53 sec]

Coffee shops need energy to run the kitchen, for the lighting, air conditioning, etc. This system, which combines solar panels and storage batteries, will provide a portion of the energy the coffee shop needs, and they hope that the system will be really helpful in times of disasters.

Panasonic's solutions meet a wide range of needs. [2 min 22 sec]

Panasonic not only provided various devices, but also a multi-circuit power monitor. [2 min 24 sec]

The goal of this project was to create an extremely green coffee shop. Panasonic was chosen as the partner because it offers one-stop service, which covered all the aspects Tully's was looking for, from kitchen appliances, solar power generation and storage battery system, all LED lighting, air conditioning, monitors, toilets, etc.

Multi-circuit power monitor makes the energy used by various devices visible. [2 min 44 sec]

Energy consumption per device per minute. [2 min 53 sec]

The multi-circuit power monitor installed in the Ekoda coffee shop makes the energy consumed by each device visible. Because it measures the energy consumed per device per minute, you can analyze the power consumption data per category such as the lighting, air conditioning, and hot water supply. The data will be used to establish indexes, which will be useful for launching green initiatives at other coffee shops.

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Kasai QOL Pharmacy has solar panels on its roof [0 min 50 sec]

QOL Pharmacy aspires to become a pharmacy that is in tune with the needs of the local community. To this end, in order to be able to offer even better service, QOL is making efforts to become a presence people can rely on in times of natural disasters. For example, the pharmacy can keep the system, which manages patients' medication histories, going with minimal energy in times of disasters. What this means is that the pharmacy needs to be able to operate on minimal energy in non-disaster times, too. The pharmacy only uses energy-saving LED lighting, with which it also aims to provide a comfortable, soothing environment.

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Kasai QOL Pharmacy aspires to be green and to be prepared for natural disasters. [0 min 27 sec]

QOL Co., Ltd. Corporate Communication Department, Mr. Takumi Yamagishi. [0 min 55 sec]

One of the top pharmacies in the industry, QOL Pharmacy launched an eco-conscious pharmacy in the city of Kasai, Hyogo Prefecture, which is also well prepared for natural disasters. To become a community-based pharmacy, QOL believes that being green and being prepared for disaster is its social mission.

Panasonic offered its comprehensive solution. [1 min 08 sec]

QOL Co., Ltd. Development Division, Mr. Jun Kawaguchi. [1 min 03 sec]

Mr. Kawaguchi, who was in charge of the development of this pharmacy describes how after the earthquake, they decided on focusing store development on the following 2 concepts: "disaster preparedness" and "eco-consciousness." QOL selected Panasonic because they wanted a "system incorporating solar cells and storage batteries" and Panasonic offered one-stop service in this regard.

Solar panels installed on the rooftop of the pharmacy. [1 min 29 sec]

Energy saving efforts are made with respect to air conditioning and lighting. [1 min 42 sec]

In times of disaster, power outages may occur. In such circumstances, pharmacies may have to dispense medication without being able to check the medication history of patients, which may pose health risks such as side effects. That is why the Kasai QOL Pharmacy is equipped with solar cells and storage batteries, which enable the pharmacy to maintain a stable supply of energy even during power outages. Moreover, efforts have been made to save energy with respect to air conditioning and lighting.

First all LED QOL pharmacy in Japan. [2 min 17 sec]

Chose LEDs that preserves the natural color of the patients' faces. [2 min 20 sec]

This pharmacy only uses LED lighting. This not only helps save energy, but also creates a comfortable, soothing ambience. The pharmacy in Kasai is the first QOL pharmacy in Japan that has all LED lighting. They chose LEDs not only because of their energy saving performance, but also because they discovered that LEDs can play an unexpected role in producing a great environment. QOL is looking to implement all LED lighting in some of its other stores in the future.

• Fujisawa Sustainable Smart Town - Panasonic Special Website

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The Panasonic booth at the Inter BEE 2012. [0 min 31 sec]

Inter BEE, the International Broadcast Equipment Exhibition, showcases top class broadcasting equipment and imaging devices from around the world. This year's theme for the Panasonic booth was "Link together, Link to the future, "Evolving AVC-World." Panasonic introduced what broadcasting and professional AV equipment brought to life by the P2HD series, AVCCAM, HD system devices and more, which all work together over the IP network, will look like in the future. This video report, featuring interviews with visitors will give you a glimpse of what the atmosphere in the Panasonic booth was like.

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Meets a wide range of needs from web to cinema mastering for theatrical distribution. [0 min 43 sec]

Showcased the beauty of high bit rate images on the 47-inch 4K2K LCD modules. [0 min 51 sec]

P2 card can evolve into micro P2 cards. [1 min 05 sec]

P2HD memory card camera recorder, AG-HPX600. [1 min 18 sec]

Introduced in the beginning of the video is the video compression codec, the "AVC-ULTRA" family, which can be used for a wide range of applications, from high image quality mastering to web browsing. Moreover, the P2 storage media for broadcasting welcomed a new member, the "micro P2 card." And the latest "P2HD" series, the P2HD camera recorder, HPX600, the industry's lightest shoulder mount camera (as of November 2012), was also on display.

Images captured by the HPX600 can be viewed on the tablet. [1 min 46 sec]

Remote camera AW-HE120W/K. [1 min 55 sec]

To offer greater scalability, HPX600 allows you to connect to the Internet via LAN and wireless. The QuickTime(TM)/H.264 images may be viewed and stored on tablets and notebook PCs. A remote camera that captures images that can be viewed on the IP network was also exhibited.

Studio camera AK-HC3800. [2 min 06 sec]

Panasonic also introduced business solutions for the broadcasting industry of tomorrow, such as studio cameras that can set up a camera control system using the optical transport network.

AVCCAM memory card camera recorder, AG-AC90. [2 min 12 sec]

3D integrated twin-lens camera recorder, AG-3DP1G. [2 min 37 sec]

Panasonic showcased a wide range of cameras from the AVCCAM series, well known for its compact size, to the AC90 equipped with a wide-angle lens offering high magnification. 3D integrated twin-lens camera recorders, which helped support the first 3D broadcast of the Olympic Games also drew much attention.

Studio lighting LED fresnel spotlight. [2 min 51 sec]

Studio lighting LED broad light. [2 min 53 sec]

LCD video monitor BT-LH2170/LH1850. [2 min 41 sec]

Pro archive system AJ-ZS1000/ZS1100. [3 min 00 sec]

Also on exhibit were LED monitors that uses eco-conscious LED backlights, and LED studio lights. Panasonic also proposed advanced business solutions such as the pro archive system, which allows you to search for the desired image file quickly.

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Smart Cities are on the rise around the world, leveraging information and communication technologies to support sustainable economic development and a higher quality of life. In Dalian--a vast coastal city of 6.1 million people in northeast China--one is being built from the ground up. Called Dalian Best City, it's a completely new town that envisions a future of greater economic competitiveness made possible by a social infrastructure that values wise management of natural resources as a way of daily life. Panasonic, which has been involved in the planning of Dalian Best City from the early stages, is putting its research, technological knowhow and foresight to work in a "HEMS" (home energy management system), customized for the people of the region. "HEMS will let residents visualize how they use electricity and promote responsible energy management in the home on an ongoing basis," said Tsuneo Kuji of Panasonic's China Eco Solutions team in Dalian.

Monitoring air quality in the home

Creating a successful smart city

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