Smart Generation's Advanced Multimedia Expo 'KOBA 2014' Opens

SEOUL, South Korea, May 21, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- 'KOBA 2014 – 24th Korea International Broadcast, Audio & Lighting Equipment Show' opened in COEX on Tuesday, the 20th.

Opening in COEX exhibition hall A, C, D, and Conference center until coming Friday the 23rd for 4 days, this expo as a next generation growth engine industry related to convergence of broadcasting and telecommunications, and as the only specialized exhibition in the country, it is the only globally promising exhibition that has received global accreditation from the Ministry of Trade, Industry & Energy (MOTIE) and The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry.

KOBA 2014 is co-hosted by Korea E&EX and Korea Broadcasting Engineering & Technicians Association (KOBETA) and Ministry of Science, ICT & Future Planning, the Ministry of Trade (MSIP), Industry & Energy (MOTIE), Korea Communications Commission, KBS, MBC, SBS, EBS, OBS, CBS, Arirang, TBS, The Acoustical Society of Korea, Korea Association of Sound Artists, ETRI(Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute) and related institutions and groups participated as supporters.

By displaying and introducing outstanding broadcasting, video, sound and lighting products from all around the world in one place, it will provide the opportunity to see the state-of-the-art broadcasting, video industry & sound, and light industry's modernization, which all plays a pivotal role in the cultural industry. It also suggest a blue ocean with the potential for competitiveness and vision that can handle sudden flow of changes.

By introducing 4K, UHD, 3D, Smart TV, Mobile TV, Digital Contents, Camera, VTR, Post-Production System, Delivery & Distribution Equipment, Video Post-Production Equipment, Character Generator, CATV System, Internet/Satellite Broadcasting Equipment, Display, Audio equipment like Pro Audio, Microphone, Headphone, Console, Mixer and instruments, Audio related equipment & Light/Stage Equipment, and others for a total of 700 models of ten thousand units, it will provide a good opportunity to obtain information of the latest products.

Also, in this expo will participate main domestic broadcast stations such as KBS, MBC, SBS and EBS, broadcasting and video related companies such as Sony, Panasonic, Canon, JVC, Ikegami, FOR-A, ARRI, Tektronix, Harris, Aspera, Daehan Ultra Vision, Dongyang Digital, Road Technology, Black Magic Design, Sama GVC, Sanam Technology, YoungDo BNC, TV Logic, Compix, Hive System, Samik Electronics, VTRON, Solomon Multimedia Technology and sound system companies such as DaiKyung VASCOM, DREAMSOUND, D Logixs, Sound solution, Samasound, Sovico, Avixtech, WooSung System, Yamaha, Inter-M, Kevic, TechData, and lighting companies such as TongSuh Technology, C&C Lightway, Arttech Lighting, Hansam System for a total of 893 companies from 33 countries.

This year, the size of the expo has increased by 12% compared to 2013, which includes UHD(Ultra High Definition), 4K and other Smart technology which is receiving attention not only as a broadcasting industry but also as a convergent technology, and OLED display, 4k, UHD digital TV, projectors, and other convergent contents made by 3D camera centering around the evolving future broadcasting innovative technology. Also, with the participation of national and foreign major companies the visitors get the chance to see high definition videos and advanced technology.

"International Broadcasting Technology Conference" held by Korea E & EX and KOBETA (Korea Broadcasting Engineering & Technicians Association) at COEX conference center during the expo is made up of 100 sections that will handle topics on main broadcasting equipment such as 4k, UHD, Smart Technology, Digital Radio, as well as broadcasting technology, policy, and broadcasting as a whole. This conference is expected to attract a huge attention from industry officials.

Also, KOBA World Forum will be highlighting issues related to foreign and domestic broadcasting market. Korea Association of Sound Artists will prepare various programs and share audio specialized technology and actual experience tips on specialized information by opening a seminar on sound technology.

The expo will also manage various programs to provide opportunities for domestic manufacture companies to expand overseas. These programs include the invitation of South-East Asia's Broadcasting Corporation officials and buyers with purchasing power for a marketing strategy seminar and exportation consultation, lodging expense support for foreign buyers, and a broadcast industry tour.

Visitors can attend for free (10,000Won for charged entrance) by registering in advance through the expo's homepage, and for further details visit the homepage (www.kobashow.com) or inquire on KOREA E & EX office (02-551-0102)

SOURCE KOBA 2014