Ann Cinema Complex, Kothamangalam Embraces Auro 11.1 Barco's Immersive Sound

Ann Cinema Complex, Kothamangalam Embraces Auro 11.1 Barco's Immersive Sound

KOTHAMANGALAM, India, April 26, 2014 /PRNewswire/ --



Barco, a global leader in digital cinema technology, is pleased to announce that the
Ann Cinema complex in Kothamangalam will enter a new cinematic era, this Saturday. With
the inauguration of their 2nd brand new theater equipped with Auro 11.1 by Barco immersive
cinema sound, EVM Group looks to awe spectators with a fully immersive sound sensation.
The installation follows EVM Group's earlier positive experiences with Auro 11.1 by
Barco's sound technology at Ann Cinemas.



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Frontrunner on All Fronts



Throughout its history which started out back in 1935, EVM Group has always kept an
open mind to new opportunities to broaden and deepen its businesses. Including two
official Volkswagen dealerships, major assets in agriculture and tourism and a mature
entertainment division, the group's activities are all built around a common vision:
Bringing innovative products and services to the people of the Kerala region.



3D Franchise



EVM Group manages a franchise of over seventeen movie theaters in the area. Several of
the group's theaters are equipped with 2K 3D projection technology, offering customers an
exciting 3D cinematic experience. Each of these venues draws in a regular crowd for a
schedule filled with Malayalam, Tamil, Bollywood classics and the latest international
blockbusters.



With the opening of two new screens - EVM Talkies and Jawahar Theatre, the group now
looks to expand its offering with fully immersive audio. The EVM Talkies screen has been
fitted with a brand new Auro 11.1 by Barco system. Introducing a three-layered
sound-overhead, height and ear-level, this technology manages to draw film fans into the
story told on screen more than ever.



As both producers and theaters embrace innovative audio technology like the Auro 11.1
sound format, spectators around India are rejoicing about the new and immersive cinematic
experience. Mr. Robin Jose, managing director of Ann Cinemas, comments, "We are very proud
our new EVM Talkies theater will feature the Auro 11.1 technology. We are convinced this
groundbreaking and award winning sound format will make each show at the movies an
unforgettable one for our customers."



Lasting partnerships



EVM Group has a positive history with Barco's cinematic technology, including the
first Auro 11.1 by Barco install at their own Ann Cinemas at Kothamangalam. Mr. Robin Jose
says, "We have great confidence in Barco. The performance and quality of its products have
played a major part in the evolution of our entertainment division."



When they chose to implement Auro 11.1 in the new EVM Talkies theatre, EVM Group
turned to Mr. Baburaj from Cinematics for technical support. Cinematics has a
long-standing relationship with Barco as a system integrator. With a series of similar
installations already under his belt including the first install of EVM group at Ann
Cinemas, Mr. Baburaj proved to be a great help, completing the 2nd installation on time
and within budget. As a result, Kerala's film aficionados are in for a treat as of this
Saturday.



About EVM Group



Started in 1935 as a small entrepreneur, EVM Group could spread its wings in many
business sectors including cultivation, exports, FMCG goods, tourism development and
entertainment industry. With more than 17 movie houses spread in Kerala among which
"Kavitha" at M.G. Road, Ernakulam is regarded as the best in Kerala.



About Auro Technologies



Auro Technologies (www.auro-3d.com [http://www.auro-3d.com ],
www.auro-technologies.com [http://www.auro-technologies.com ]) is a spin-off of the Galaxy
Studios Group and owner of the Auro-3D(R) Technology Suite. The Auro-3D(R) concept and
listening formats have been developed by Wilfried Van Baelen, founder and CEO of Galaxy
Studios and Auro Technologies. Galaxy Studios is renowned worldwide for its
state-of-the-art leadership in audio innovation for music and sound for film. The
Auro-3D(R) suite offers groundbreaking, easy-to-use, and unprecedented sound reproduction
capabilities to the professional, automotive, broadcast and consumer electronics markets
(such as gaming, smartphones, multimedia PC, notebooks, tablets, audio players, digital
TV, media libraries and packaged media).



About Barco



Barco, a global technology company, designs and develops visualization products for a
variety of selected professional markets. Barco has its own facilities for sales and
marketing, customer support, R&D and manufacturing in Europe, North America and Asia
Pacific. Barco (NYSE Euronext Brussels: BAR) is active in more than 90 countries with
4,000 employees worldwide. Barco posted sales of 1.158 billion euro in 2013.



(c) Copyright 2014 by Barco



Media Contact Pradeep Singh, pradeep.singh@barco.com, 0120-4020454, Barco
Electronic Systems Pvt Ltd






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