Christie to light up CineAsia as projection partner

BANGKOK – Christie^® is proud to announce its role as the official projection partner for CineAsia 2024, where it will showcase its industry-leading cinema solutions. Taking place at True Icon Hall from December 9-12, this annual convention provides an ideal platform to demonstrate Christie’s cutting-edge technologies, designed to deliver awe-inspiring moviegoing experiences across all screen sizes.

As the official projection partner, Christie will deploy its advanced yet cost-effective CP4425-RGB and CP4435-RGB pure laser projectors for screenings and presentations in Theatres 11 and 12 respectively. At booth #302, attendees can explore a comprehensive range of state-of-the-art CineLife+™ Series cinema projectors, featuring diverse illumination sources to meet exhibitors’ varied needs.

“Christie has transformed the cinema landscape over the past six decades, leaving a lasting impact on exhibitors and audiences worldwide,” said Han Kim, executive director for APAC, Cinema, Christie. “At CineAsia 2024, we reaffirm our strong commitment to innovation, empowering exhibitors to create captivating, unforgettable experiences. As we light the way forward, we remain dedicated to championing energy-efficient solutions and redefining what’s possible in cinema, while strengthening our partnerships across the region.”

Headlining the booth are the CP4455-RGB and CP4435-RGB pure laser projectors, ideal for premium large-format auditoriums, along with the CP2420-RGB, designed for mainstream theatres. Leveraging ultra-fast Series 4 processing electronics and Real|Laser™ illumination, these projectors deliver exceptional image quality with an industry-leading color gamut and contrast. All three models feature long-lasting light sources providing over 50,000 hours of stable DCI brightness. Additionally, they are compatible with Christie Mystique™ Cinema, a fully integrated dual projection DCI-compliant auto-calibration software that ensures seamless blending, focus, and color correction.

Also on display is the new CP2406-RBe projector, a 2K-resolution, 6,000-lumen projector featuring Phazer™ illumination technology and Christie’s new CineLife+2K™ electronics platform. Ideal for boutique cinemas and smaller screens, it delivers exceptional image performance. The CP2406-RBe is 200-300% more energy efficient than Xenon projectors, achieving annual energy savings of up to 75%. It’s also designed for easy setup, with auto-configuration, a motorized lens mount, and integrated electronic color convergence (ECC) for perfect color alignment.

Attendees can catch the Christie CP2409-RBe projector in action, paired with the IMB-S4 integrated media block, during live demonstrations on Tuesday, December 10, in Theatre 8 during tradeshow hours. The IMB-S4 is a cost-effective, feature-rich media server equipped with ultra-fast CineLife+ processing electronics. It supports 4K playback at 96fps, integrates seamlessly with the CineLife+ web UI, and is fully compatible with all major Theatre Management Systems, ensuring smooth and efficient content delivery.

Rounding out this showcase is the CP4420-Xe, a DCI-compliant cinema projector offering impressive 4K resolution and a 22,000-lumen output. Equipped with CineLife+ electronics processing and an intuitive user interface, it ensures seamless operation and smooth playback up to 120fps. The CP4420-Xe stands out for its superior reliability and extended lamp life, thanks to genuine Xenolite^® Ultimate Performance lamps, delivering consistent brightness and exceptional image quality while maintaining low operating costs.

Supporting its industry-leading cinema technology, Christie also offers unmatched customer support through its extensive service network. Connect with the Professional Services team at the Christie booth to learn more about ChristieCare—a newly introduced range of extended warranty plans. These plans provide comprehensive system protection and exceptional flexibility, ensuring long-term reliability and peace of mind for exhibitors.