World's First In-Light HD Operating Room Camera: Delivers Razor-Sharp, True-to-Life High-Definition Video And Still Images

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Article Date: 09 Jul 2008 - 1:00 PDT

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TRUMPF Medical Systems, Inc. has introduced the world's first in-light high definition (HD) operating room camera. The TruVidia HD captures and transmits razor sharp, true-to-life images with 1080 lines horizontal resolution and 2 million pixels. The images are more than twice as clear as those available from standard definition (SD) cameras.

Images, captured in wide-screen format, can be transmitted for telemedicine applications and displayed on screen for education. Remote consultations can be conducted with a greater degree of confidence as the HD images essentially place the remote physicians in the OR. Medical students, likewise, can gain a better understanding of the subject matter thanks to clearer images.

"Integrated surgical suites now utilize HD endoscopes and HD routing systems: the in-light camera should be in the same format," says President and CEO, Andy Reding. "This brings consistency to the images and maximizes the quality for storage, reproduction and broadcast. TRUMPF is proud to bring another 'first' to the market."

The TruVidia HD is integrated into the central handle of the TRUMPF iLED surgical light. The camera is also available on a separate arm. Camera functions, including zoom and rotate can be controlled directly from the sterile field or from the control panel. Captured still images and even entire video sequences can be shared and archived on USB memory sticks.

About TRUMPF Medical Systems, Inc.

Combining a 90-year heritage of precision German engineering with the latest in advanced technology, TRUMPF Medical Systems, Inc., provides innovative patient care and efficiency solutions to medical facilities across the United States and Canada. Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, the company's integrated product lines include: market-leading LED surgical lighting; ceiling-mounted Equipment Management Systems; a full-line of modular, mobile surgical tables; innovative patient transport solutions and Patient Flow Management consulting.

TRUMPF Medical Systems, Inc. is the US subsidiary of the TRUMPF Medizin Systeme business division of the TRUMPF Group. Overall sales for the TRUMPF Group exceeded $2.5 billion in Fiscal 2006/2007.

TRUMPF Medizin Systeme

In Germany, TRUMPF Medizin Systeme consists of TRUMPF Medizin Systeme GmbH Saalfeld/Thüringen and of TRUMPF KREUZER Medizin Systeme GmbH + Co. KG Puchheim, near Munich. In addition to the United States, the company has subsidiaries in Great Britain, France, Italy, China and Singapore. As of fiscal 2005/06, TRUMPF Medizin Systeme had approximately 450 employees. Over the past five years, sales for this TRUMPF business unit have grown continuously, reaching more than $147-million (US) in fiscal 2006/07.

TRUMPF Medizin Systeme