Kenwood
About Kenwood
Founded in 1946 as Kasuga Radio Co. Ltd. in Komagane, Nagano Prefecture, Japan by Kasuga Nakaichi and family members. Originally named TRIO, renamed to Kenwood Corporation in 1986. Pioneered Japan's first mass-produced transistor amplifier in 1962, marking industry shift from vacuum tubes. Established first overseas office in Los Angeles (1963), becoming first Japanese firm operating in US under own name. In October 2008, merged with JVC to form JVCKenwood Corporation, headquartered in Yokohama. Known for AM/FM receivers, cassette decks, amateur radio equipment, professional two-way radios, car audio, and consumer electronics. JVCKenwood operates across four global business segments: Car Electronics, Professional Systems, Optical & Audio, and Entertainment Software.
Founded: 1946
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JVC Kenwood Updates Victor Brand D-ILA 8K Projectors DLA-V900R and DLA-V800R with Enhanced HDR Features
JVC Kenwood has released a firmware update for the Victor DLA-V900R and DLA-V800R 8K D-ILA projectors, enhancing HDR capabilities.
The new 'Frame Adapt HDR Vivid' mode improves contrast by brightening highlights and deepening shadows, enhancing overall visual dynamics.
The update introduces 'Highlight Color Control,' optimizing brightness and color saturation in high-luminance scenes for vibrant and detailed imagery.
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