CinemaNext has installed a Harkness Hugo SR screen in Screen 7 of Vienna's Cineplexx Donauzentrum. The Hugo SR screen, measuring 1980-by-900 centimeters, has been specifically engineered for laser projection. It is the centerpiece of the premium cinema auditorium, which also features Dolby Atmos sound, D-Box seats, and a Barco SP4K55B laser projector.
Christof Papousek, CFO/managing co-owner Cineplexx Group said, “We have installed a significant number of Harkness Clarus screens with our major investment in Barco laser projectors throughout the Cineplexx Group in Austria, Romania and the Balkans. A brand new Barco SP4K55B is the perfect projector match for the Hugo screen.”
Christof Federle, general manager of CinemaNext Austria said, "We're thrilled to bring the Hugo SR screen to Vienna. This technology represents a quantum leap in cinema screens, perfectly complementing the advanced laser projection and immersive sound systems in place at Cineplexx Donauzentrum. It's a game-changer for the viewing experience."
The Hugo SR screen is the result of more than five years of research and development, created in collaboration with projector manufacturers, global exhibitors, the Hollywood community, and leading educational institutes. It boasts several groundbreaking features, including embedded speckle reduction technology, built-in high contrast, and an optically whiter surface.
Tony Dilley, senior vice president sales of Harkness Screens said, "The Hugo SR screen represents the future of cinema viewing. Its ability to reduce laser speckle by up to 30 percent compared to traditional high-gain silver screens, coupled with its enhanced contrast capabilities, makes it the perfect choice for modern, laser-equipped cinemas. We're excited to see it in action at Cineplexx Donauzentrum."