Christie and Sonic Equipment Company Bring Digital Conversion Solutions to the Independent Theatre Market

The conversion to digital cinema by theatre operators throughout the United States continues and is gaining momentum as the 2009 schedule of 3D movies are released. With the soon to be released Monsters vs. Aliens (Dreamworks/Paramount), independent theatre operators have recognized the benefits of converting to digital cinema. Sonic Equipment Company, an authorized Christie cinema reseller, is equipping dozens of independent theatres across the U.S. Midwest with the latest Christie DLP Cinema^® projectors with Brilliant3D™ technology which enables 3D content to be projected in full 2K resolution with the industry’s lowest operating costs.

Using Sonic’s Complete Digital Package, which offers financing options and a low cost Preventative Maintenance Service Program, theatre owners have found a high quality solution. “Christie offers us the best choices in technology, performance and reliability for our customers while also keeping prices affordable. Independent theatres are looking for the best deal with the most ‘bang-for-the-buck’ and have found it here with our package options,” says Eric L. Olson, director of operations, Sonic Equipment Company.

“Our install and service teams have stepped up to meet the growing demands of customers ready to convert their 35mm booths to digital. The relationship we have with Christie has helped to make it easier to sell lots of digital projectors and present the most compelling offer to our customers through training, product availability and their ongoing commitment to their re-seller network,” continues Olson.

Craig Sholder, vice-president of Entertainment Solutions at Christie, adds, “With exhibitors excited about bringing new movie experiences to audiences and more 3D Hollywood content slated for this year and next, we are excited to enable Sonic to bring the best digital experience to independent theatre operators throughout the U.S.”

Introduced at ShowEast 2008, Christie’s Brilliant3D technology, available on all Christie CP2000 DLP Cinema projectors, delivers 33% more brightness for 3D than the competition, costs less to operate and uses a single lens solution regardless of the 2D and 3D movie formats. Christie digital cinema projectors are found in more than 60% of 3D digital theatres in North America.

Over the past few months, Sonic Equipment Company has converted dozens of screens to digital, and more are on the way, including:

Arkansas
Sun Valley Cinema 6 - Mountain Home, AR

Kansas
Blair Theatre - Belleville, KS
Derby Cinema, Derby, KS

Missouri
B & B Theatres Festus 8 Cinema - Festus, MO
B & B Theatres Liberty Cinema 12 - Liberty, MO
Great Eight Cinemas - Union, MO
Sullivan Cinema 6 - Sullivan, MO

Ohio
Athena Grand - Athens, OH

Oklahoma
B & B Claremore Cinema 8 - Claremore, OK

Texas
Times Square Cinemas - Tyler, TX

Christie Contacts:

Dave Paolini

Manager, Media and Public Relations

PH: +1 519-749-3127

Sonic Equipment Company Contacts:

Megan Hageman

Sonic Equipment Company

800.365.5701

customerservice@sonicequipment.com

www.SonicEquipment.com

Christie Web Site:

Christie Managed Services

Christie Site List

About Christie: Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. is a global visual technologies company and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ushio, Inc., Japan, (JP:6925). Consistently setting the standards by being the first to market some of the world’s most advanced projectors and complete system displays, Christie is recognized as one of the most innovative visual technology companies in the world. From retail displays to Hollywood, mission critical command centers to classrooms and training simulators, Christie display solutions and projectors capture the attention of audiences around the world with dynamic and stunning images. Christie Directory page Christie Web Site

About Sonic Equipment Company: Sonic Equipment Company is a one stop provider for all of your Digital Cinema needs. From site survey to install, our knowledgeable staff is there with you. Our certified and bonded technicians will work you and your staff through the install and training. Be sure to ask us about our Digital Service options.

From digital conversions to building new theatres, our company is your best choice. We have been building and renovating theatres for more than 20 years across the Midwest. This experience allows us to be there with you from consultation to your grand opening. Call us today or follow us on the web. Sonic Equipment Company Directory page Sonic Equipment Company Web Site

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