The new DepthQ® Polarization Modulator electronically switches the polarization orientation of light passing through it. In combination with a polarization-preserving screen and a single-lens stereoscopic 3D projector, the modulator enables high-brightness, low-ghost viewing using lightweight & comfortable passive 3D eyewear.

The new modulator can be pre-configured for either circular or linear polarization and is available in two sizes: Small, for projectors with apertures less than 2.75 inches (69.85mm), and Large, for projectors with apertures less than 7.12 inches (180.85mm).

Chris Ward, President of Lightspeed said “Until now, single lens 3D solutions with passive eyewear have been cost prohibitive for all but major Digital Cinemas and the biggest theme park attractions. The DepthQ® Polarization Modulator, packaged with any 3D Video Projector up to 30,000 ANSI Lumens, allows Lightspeed to provide high quality, professional, flexibly priced, single lens HD 3D for large or small theatrical eCinema installations, 4D attractions, dark rides, museums, simulators, scientific & industrial visualization and academic institutions.”

Advantages of the DepthQ® Polarization Modulator include:

Viewer Comfort

* Passive glasses are very lightweight
* Single-projector eliminates asymmetry between eyes
* No bulb differences (intensity and color temperature)

Ease of set-up

* Modulator placement is simple and forgiving - just set it in front of the projector
* No time-consuming alignment

Lower Cost/Maintenance

* No moving parts
* Less hardware than two projectors
* Passive eyewear is inexpensive

Options for Viewing

* Creates circular or linear polarization (pre-configured)
* Passive polarized glasses are available in many styles – paper, plastic, wire-frame

Versatility

* Available in two sizes: Small, for projectors with apertures <2.75 inches (69.85mm), and Large, for projectors with apertures <7.12 inches (180.85mm).
* Enables a wide range of applications - from theme parks & commercial 3D theaters to scientific & industrial visualization

Flexible Pricing

* Pricing model reflects application and use

The DepthQ® Polarization Modulator is manufactured by LC-Tec Displays AB in Borlänge, Sweden, a company with extensive experience in developing, manufacturing and bringing to the market novel LCD products based on emerging technologies. The modulator utilizes a unique combination of separate liquid crystal elements bonded together, enabling both high polarization efficiency over visible wavelengths from 400 to 750 nm (predominantly achromatic spectral response) as well as fast transition switching speeds (<0.5ms at room temperature) between polarization states at frequencies such as 120Hz, 144 Hz (maximum 400Hz). Efficient, high-speed switching between the eyes ensures bright, low-crosstalk, flicker-free operation.

The system includes both the liquid-crystal modulator with its mounting and its control unit. A standard sync output from your graphics card or projector is supplied to the control unit, which then conditions the signal to match the modulator’s required input. The optical window is also heat-tolerant and can operate at temperatures up to 75 degrees Celsius.

Lightspeed Design, Inc has been granted the exclusive worldwide rights to market & sell the high speed liquid crystal Polarization Modulator devices manufactured by LC-Tec Displays AB for stereoscopic 3D visualization products. Private label sales agreements are available to qualified Original Equipment Manufactures.

Please contact sales@lightspeeddesign.com.

About LIGHTSPEED DESIGN, INC.

Lightspeed Design, Inc. has been a cutting edge leader in developing and providing stereoscopic HD-3D projection, video software, film production, 3D filmmaking technologies and custom 3D installations for 17 years. DepthQ® is Lightspeed's technology trademark under which we offer the DepthQ® Projector, DepthQ® Family of HD-3D software and the new DepthQ® Polarization Modulator.

Clients include Intuitive Surgical, US Army, Mercedes, NASA, Walt Disney Imagineering, IMAX, DreamWorks Animation SKG, University of Washington.

Further information at http://www.lightspeeddesign.com or contact Mr. Chris Ward, President at sales@lightspeeddesign.com or +1-425-637-2818.

About LC-TEC DISPLAYS

LC-Tec Displays AB, with headquarters in Borlänge, SWEDEN started operations in 1992 and has extensive experience in manufacturing and developing liquid crystal devices (optical-shutters & custom LCD’s) on an R&D, prototyping and volume manufacturing level. Its 270 square meter modern clean-room facilities houses an STN-LCD manufacturing-line possessing a high degree of automation. This allows for both high volume manufacturing together with good product quality and yield.

DepthQ® is a registered trademark of Lightspeed Design, Inc. All rights reserved.

Press contact:
Chris Ward
Lightspeed Design, Inc.
+1-425-637-2818