The EF100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS USM is the first EF telephoto zoom lens with a high-magnification zoom range of 100 to 400mm. This is the first L type zoom lens with IS (Image Stabilizer) system. The dual-mode IS mechanism corrects camera shake blurring equivalent to two shutter speed steps. The IS Mode-1 works for normal shooting and IS Mode-2 is suitable for panning shots of a moving subject, stabilizing images in viewfinder. The optical system uses one artificial crystal fluorite and one Super UD (Ultra-low Dispersion) glass lens elements (3rd and 7th), which thoroughly correct chromatic aberration. The minimum focusing distance of 1.8m is achieved throughout zooming range. The floating system in rear focusing system is employed for the first time for EF zoom lens to achieve a high definition for the entire focusing range. A ring USM (Ultrasonic Motor) drives high-speed and silent AF and full-time manual focusing. Linear zooming design with zooming friction adjustment ring gives a good operability of this lens.

With a contrast ratio up to 15, 000:1 (with Advanced Iris on), guess where your friends and neighbors are watching the big game this year? Built on Sony's SXRD technology, the VPL-VW100 1920 x 1080p projector is built from three micro display panels supporting a Full High Definition 1080 line resolution image. This technology ensures support of full HD resolution with a film-like image presented in accurate color rendition and high contrast ratio providing you with that "at home" theater experience you've always desired.

Providing the illumination is a Sony 400W Pure Xenon Lamp providing equal brightness output for each of the primary colors - red, green and blue, which are used to produce the trillions of colors that you as the viewer enjoy on the screen. The projector's Advanced Iris technology also helps to improve images by monitoring algorithms and adjusting the iris diameter so images in bright scenes are crisp and clear while black levels in dark scenes are deep and detailed. And forget the annoying loud projector sounds of the past; the VW100 is designed to remain ultra quiet while it removes heat at a noise spec of just 22dB.

ReadyNAS Pro is the newest and most powerful member of the award-winning ReadyNAS product family. Designed for small and medium businesses, workgroups and home offices, ReadyNAS Pro delivers class-leading performance, ease of use, and robust features in a desktop small form factor chassis supporting 6 SATA channels and up to 6 TB of storage. This 6-bay gigabit Network Attached Storage (NAS) appliance is packed with high-end server features, including RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, and auto-expandable X-RAID2 support for data protection against disk failure, system monitoring capabilities and built-in backup.

Powered by an Intel Core 2 Duo processor, the ReadyNAS Pro is a powerful NAS for mission critical business data across a variety of different platforms. The high-performance platform coupled with dual Gigabit Ethernet and jumbo frame support provides enough bandwidth to allow more users to access data storage simultaneously.

With an easy web browser interface and setup wizard, ReadyNAS can be configured with minimal effort - saving you valuable time. Traditional file servers can take hours to configure and, even once up and running, don't have built-in system monitoring and email alerts. Available with ReadyNAS, automatic alerts give you the peace of mind that things are running smoothly because if trouble should arise, you will be notified.

The industrial design and compact desktop form factor of the ReadyNAS Pro makes it perfect not just for small and medium size businesses, but also for departments and work groups. It can fit in any server space or on any desk. ReadyNAS Pro also offers low power consumption and a special energy-saving mode allows you to automate startup and shutdown according to a pre-programmed schedule, in addition to the disk spin-down for regular power saving.

ReadyNAS Pro is a single centralized source for all of your digital data. The variety of computers and hard drives that currently house the data in your office and home can make locating a particular file quite arduous. ReadyNAS can bring all of that data together for fast and easy file serving to multiple clients simultaneously across the local network or via the Internet.

The Canon EOS 1D Mark III is the most advanced EOS Digital SLR ever produced. It has a new 10.1 megapixel CMOS sensor (APS-H size) with Canon's EOS Integrated Cleaning System and a 3.0-inch LCD monitor with Canon's Live View technology. The 1D Mark III has a redesigned 100% viewfinder, a new 45-point AF system, and can shoot up to 10 fps continuously with a maximum burst of 110 shots. Dual DIGIC III Image Processors work in tandem to speed up every process while refining image quality; a new, lighter body has improved weather sealing and shutter durability. Every facet of the EOS experience has been enhanced with the 1D Mark III. It's the new standard.

Autodesk Inventor Essentials

This course covers the fundamental principles of 3D parametric part design, assembly design, and creating production-ready part and assembly drawings using Autodesk Inventor. Delegates learn how to capture design intent by using the proper techniques and recommended workflows for creating intelligent 3D parametric parts; creating, placing, and constraining custom and standard components in an assembly; and simulating mechanisms, animating assembly designs, and checking for interferences. Delegates also learn how to document their designs using base, projected, section, detail, and isometric drawing views; document assemblies using standard and exploded drawing views; and follow drafting standards while dimensioning and annotating drawing views with automated balloons and parts lists. Hands-on exercises representing real-world, industry-specific design scenarios are included.

Course Duration: 4 days

Objectives

The primary objective of this course is to provide delegates with a thorough understanding of the principal 3D design, validation, and documentation processes that they will use to develop products using Autodesk Inventor. Upon completion of the course, delegates will be proficient in 3D part and assembly design, and in documenting those designs using part and assembly drawing creation and annotation techniques.

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for new Autodesk Inventor users.

Prerequisites

No previous CAD experience is necessary. However, drafting, design, or mechanical engineering experience is a plus. It is essential that delegates have a working knowledge of Microsoft Windows XP or Microsoft Windows 2000.

Course Outline

Getting Started

• Autodesk Inventor User Interface
• Online Help and Tutorials

Parametric Part Design and Basic Sketching

• Designing Parametric Parts
• Using Project Files for Part Design

Basic Sketching Techniques

• Creating 2D Sketches
• Geometric Constraints
• Dimensioning Sketches

Basic Shape Design

• Creating Basic Sketched Features
• Intermediate Sketching
• Editing Parametric Parts
• Creating Work Features
• Creating Basic Swept Shapes

Detailed Shape Design

• Creating Chamfers and Fillets
• Creating Holes and Threads
• Patterning and Mirroring Features
• Creating Thin-Walled Parts

Assembly Design Overview

• Designing Assemblies
• Using Project Files for Assembly Design

Placing, Creating, and Constraining Components

• Placing Existing Components in an Assembly
• Constraining Components
• Placing Standard Components Using the Content Centre
• Basic Part Design in an Assembly

Basic Assembly Tools

• Identifying Parts in an Assembly
• Analysis and Motion Tools
• Presenting Your Assembly

Basic View Creation

• Drawing Creation Environment
• Base and Projected Views
• Section Views
• Detail Views
• Managing Views

Dimensions, Annotations and Tables

• Automated Dimensioning Techniques
• Manual Dimensioning Techniques
• Annotating Holes and Threads
• Creating Centrelines, Symbols, and Leaders
• Creating Tables

Annotating Assembly Drawings

• Bill of Materials
• Creating and Customizing Parts Lists
• Creating Balloons

Drawing Standards and Resources

• Setting Drawing Standards
• Drawing Resources

The more delegates that take the course the lower price is

1st Delegate, £270.00 per day

2nd Delegate, £245.00 per day 3rd Delegate, £220.00 per day 4th Delegate, £195.00 per day

Call our sales team to discuss your business requirements 0870 429 3010

The Firebox X Core X550e UTM Bundle provides all the components of a comprehensive unified threat management (UTM) security solution, along with the best support and maintenance offering in the industry, for complete protection. Each bundle includes the X550e firewall/VPN, one-year subscriptions to Gateway AV/IPS, spamBlocker, and WebBlocker, plus one year of LiveSecurity Services.

The XL6500U from Mitsubishi Electric is a high-end, 1024 x 768 resolution projector for use in large meeting rooms and conference halls. The model features six different viewing modes, depending on user preferences, and automatically analyzes input to determine the optimum screen size, from widescreen to 4:3.

The XL6500U can show separate images from different sources together. Its 5000 lumens of brightness, 1000:1 contrast ratio and 3D luminance/chrominance processing enable vivid pictures, whatever the room size. Moreover, the model's sRGB color technology enables accurate and uniform color reproduction.

The XL6500U's RJ45 terminal allows remote LAN control, including diagnostics as well as projection. The projector runs at a quiet 29dBA in low mode.

Highlights of the Mitsubishi Electric XL6500U XGA Projector - 5000 Ansi Lumens

• 29dBA fan noise in eco mode
• 2 way lens shift
• Motion alarm
• 3D Y/C digital comb filter and 3D noise reduction

Simplicity and efficiency

Project a quality image with the EMP-7900NL from Epson. This sophisticated projector delivers optimum performance - sharp and bright images - with comprehensive network capability and timesaving features. Ideal for larger venues.

Image is everything

For large venue presentations, the Epson EMP-7900NL projector will impress any audience with its outstanding image quality and brightness. Suitable for your conference room, but light enough to move around, the Epson EMP-7900NL also allows projector control from an IT Network Management Station.

Key Features

Outstanding 4,000 ANSI lumens brightness, XGA projector
Advanced "networkability" features with EpsonEasyMP
Long lamp life up to 3000 hours
Auto Keystone, Quick Corner and Wall Shot make set up easy
Password protected for enhanced security
Silent mode just 33dB, won't distract the audience
Ideal for large conference rooms/ceiling installations
Automatic signal detection
Epson Preview displays all connected input sources
Can be moved between meeting rooms - just 5.6kg
Supplied without lens, choice of 3 lens options
Easy-to-use remote control

Christie is the pioneer of projection technology, it continues to lead the way in the design and the development of emerging technologies and applications. Offering Christie's customers tomorrow's technology - today.

The single-port Cisco Gigabit Ethernet Network Module (part number NM-1GE) provides Gigabit Ethernet optical and copper connectivity for access routers. The module is supported by the Cisco 2691, Cisco 3660, Cisco 3725, and Cisco 3745 series routers. This network module has one gigabit interface converter (GBIC) slot to carry any standard copper or optical Cisco. The flexibility to use different GBICs allows for making a choice depending on various factors, such as distance, cost, existing infrastructure, future expansion plans, and requirements.

The Cisco Gigabit Ethernet Network Module enables branch offices to cost-effectively utilize high-speed uplinks in a variety of environments. The enhanced performance allows customers to enable new applications and services as well as providing greater capacity for existing inter-VLAN routing and bridging capabilities. Additionally, branch offices will now have the opportunity to connect to metropolitan-area networks (MANs). Cisco IOS Software provides enhanced capabilities such as quality of service (QoS), network-based application recognition (NBAR), IP Security (IPSec), and Layer 3 virtual private networks (VPNs).

The ProCurve Switch 3500yl series consists of the most advanced intelligent edge switches in the ProCurve Networking product line. The 3500yl series includes 24-port and 48-port stackables. The foundation for all these switches is a purpose-built, programmable ProVision ASIC that allows the most demanding networking features, such as QoS and security, to be implemented in a scalable yet granular fashion. With a variety of Gigabit interfaces, integrated PoE on all 10/100/1000Base-T ports, 10-GbE capability, and a choice of form factors, the 3500yl switches offer excellent investment protection, flexibility, and scalability, as well as ease of deployment, operation, and maintenance.

The HP ProLiant DL380 delivers on its proven history of design excellence with enterprise-class uptime and manageability, proven 2-way Intel Xeon performance, and 2U density for a variety of rack deployments and applications.

Highlights of the HP DL380 G5 Dual Processor Capable, 1 x Xeon E5420

• Proven performance for demanding scale-out applications
• Versatility and availability for a wide range of deployments
• Industry-leading management solutions enable powerful administration
• Engineered for reliability and ease of ownership

Designed with sports photographers and photojournalists in mind, the Nikon D3 introduces an astounding list of brand new features and technologies that make it the most sophisticated and advanced Nikon digital SLR to date. In addition to the new FX-format CMOS sensor, the D3 incorporates Nikon's new EXPEED Image Processing System that is central to the blazing speed and processing power needed for many of the D3's new features.

Images taken with the D3 reflect exceptional overall quality, broad tonal range and depth, along with extremely low-noise throughout its normal ISO range of 200 to 6400. By setting the camera to its built-in options of Lo-1 or Hi-2, the ISO range of the camera can be expanded to the equivalent of ISO 100 or ISO 25,600 respectively, offering unmatched versatility in practically any shooting situation.

The D3 also features an entirely new 51-point auto focus system with Nikon's 3D Focus Tracking feature and two new LiveView shooting modes that allow photographers to frame a photograph using the camera's high-resolution LCD monitor. The D3 uses the world's first Scene Recognition System to greatly enhance the accuracy of auto focus, auto exposure and auto white balance detection in the camera by recognizing the subject or scene being photographed and applying this information to the calculations for the three functions.

The D3 reflects Nikon's most streamlined, functional and aesthetically pleasing layout in a digital SLR camera, all designed so photographers can take pictures with less fatigue, greater accuracy and comfort.

The ProCurve Switch 2810 series consists of two switches: the 24-port ProCurve Switch 2810-24G with 20 10/100/1000 ports, and the 48-port ProCurve Switch 2810-48G with 44 10/100/1000 ports. Each switch also has 4 dual-personality ports for RJ-45 10/100/1000 or mini-GBIC fiber Gigabit connectivity. Ideal for high-performance and secure 10/100 and Gigabit connectivity, the 2810 series offers access security and advanced prioritization and traffic-monitoring capabilities. The 2810 series is cost-effective and easy to use, with a shallow, stackable form factor that provides operational flexibility for use in smaller wiring closets.

The fastest 135 mm telephoto lens in its class. Ideal for indoor sports and portraits with background blur. Two UD-glass elements correct secondary spectrum for outstanding sharpness and color. Compatible with Extender EF 1.4x and 2x.

The Electronic HP Care Pack Services (e-Care Pack) capability allows you to order, receive, update, and activate a wide range of valuable HP Care Pack Services over the Internet. Administered through the HP Services Network (CSN), it is a fast and simple process that enables immediate registration and service activation.

Choose 4-hour same business day hardware support when you need to: extend your hardware warranty coverage with prompt service for key systems and devices; obtain easy-to-buy, easy-to-use onsite services; improve hardware performance and uptime; increase the return on your HP and multivendor hardware investments; enjoy consistent service coverage across geographically dispersed sites.

The Toshiba TDP-EX20 with "extreme short projection" offers incredible power and flexibility from a lightweight projector. It projects text and images with an impressive 2,300 ANSI lumens, and a rich and vibrant DLP display. A full-featured performer, the projector offers password-protection, to prevent unauthorized usage and instant power shut down capability which allows the user to turn off and disconnect the projector from the power outlet instantly without any cool-down time required. The projector also offers an XGA 1024 x 768 native resolution, razor sharp contrast ratio of 2000:1 and "extreme short projection" capabilities that produce a 60-inch image from just three feet away. The TDP-EX20 produces superior image quality and versatile performance for presentations, video gaming, weekend sporting events and DVD movies in virtually any setting, including well-lit rooms, family rooms or larger settings from the boardroom to the lecture hall.

The FAX-L2000 offers heavy-duty faxing, with a large memory and paper capacity to meet the most demanding workloads. All with high quality transmitting - as well as easy upgrading.

High-speed performance for heavy-duty faxing - as well as fast network printing and convenient copying - provides unparalleled productivity. All combined with high quality transmission, simplicity and total security for sensitive documents.

The durable design of the FAX-L2000 makes it ideal for rapid and reliable high-volume faxing. The large standard paper capacity of 600 pages reduces the need for constant paper refilling. A huge standard memory of 512 pages stores both your incoming and outgoing faxes. Other time-saving features include dual access - allowing you to carry out different functions simultaneously - and a 70-page Automatic Document Feeder.

Keep your company phone and labor costs down to an absolute minimum, thanks to ultra fast Super G3 transmission. A fallback capability allows full reception of multiple faxes without blocking the line. Up to 200 fax numbers can be stored in memory (72 one touch/128 coded) for faster dialing. Scanning speed is a rapid 1.2 pages per second (A4). Plus an 18 pages per minute printing speed delivers your faxes instantly.

Whether you're faxing fine text, diagrams or even photographs, you can always rely on Canon's exclusive UHQ (Ultra High Quality) technology for superior sending. Ensuring extra depth and clarity for all your detailed work. A high print resolution of 1200 x 1200 dpi offers equally high quality for all incoming faxes.

Up to 50 confidential mailboxes are available - offering users total security for all sensitive documents. Documents can then be received in memory and are only printed out when a password is provided.

AMD Opteron processor gives companies a whole new way of doing business. The processor is based on AMD64 technology - an innovative technology that allows IT professionals to run 32- and 64-bit applications simultaneously. This means that organizations can grow into 64-bit computing without sacrificing their existing IT investments.

With its Direct Connect Architecture, the AMD Opteron processor helps eliminate the real challenges and bottlenecks of system architectures because everything is directly connected to the CPU. Direct Connect Architecture delivers the best 2P and 4P architecture for x86 computing, resulting in the best performance-per-watt in the market. It's the ideal performance boost for the working environments of today and tomorrow.

Dual-core AMD Opteron processor extends AMD's Direct Connect Architecture by connecting two CPUs on one die, improving overall system performance and efficiency.

With the ability to handle virtually all your documents, regardless of shape, size or condition, the KODAK i1440 Scanner brings awesome productivity, flexibility, ease of use and enhanced Perfect Page image quality to your tabletop business scanning.

The new Cisco Catalyst 3750 Series switches are an innovative product line that improves LAN operating efficiency by combining industry-leading ease of use and the highest resiliency available for stackable switches. This new product series represents the next generation in desktop switches, and features Cisco StackWise technology, a 32-Gbps stack interconnect that allows customers to build a unified, highly resilient switching system - one switch at a time.

For mid-sized organizations and enterprise branch offices, the Cisco Catalyst 3750 Series eases deployment of converged applications and adapts to changing business needs by providing configuration flexibility, support for converged network patterns, and automation of intelligent network-services configurations.

Highlights of the Cisco Cat 3750 24 10/100 + 2 SFP

• Ease of use and deployment
• Superior redundancy for fault backup
• High-performance IP routing
• Integrated Cisco IOS software features for bandwidth optimization
• Scalable stacking
• Advanced QoS
• Granular rate limiting
• Network wide security features
• Superior manageability
• Cisco Network Assistant software
• Smart ports
• Easy Web setup
• CiscoWorks support

The Xerox Phaser 4510 laser printer will exceed your demanding expectations. With unbeatable reliability, advanced intelligence features, and exceptional value, it's the most productive letter-size printer.

When your business demands professionally detailed communication in high volume, you can count on the C9650dn A3 color printer. With High Definition Color Technology, a class-leading print speed, digital LED single pass technology, security and control functions and large paper capacity, the C9650dn meets all your needs.

With networking as standard, the C9650dn also has integrated duplex capabilities, for double-sided printing.

IBM System x3650 servers feature fast Intel processors, which provide greater system performance. With a compact 2U footprint, the rack-optimized System x3650 servers help save valuable rack space and resources. It is packed with highly integrated, advanced server features designed for compute-intensive, web-based, or enterprise network applications, where space is a primary consideration.

Personal Translator has led the field in automatic translations for many years, and thousands of private and professional users around the world rely on its intelligent, advanced technology every day. World Edition includes all 7 available language pairs at an unbeatable price. The network solution of the program contains numerous specific functions which allow for teamwork in companies.

Highlights of the Linguatec Personal Translator 2008 Net World Edition 5 user

• Exceptional translation technology
• Minimal administration overheads
• Increased efficiency
• Always up-to-date when used on mobile systems
• High flexibility at low cost
• Enhanced export/import and filter functions

SQL Server 2008 Enterprise Edition is a comprehensive data management and business intelligence platform that provides enterprise-class scalability, data warehousing, advanced analytics, and security for running business-critical applications. With this edition, you can consolidate servers and perform large-scale online transactional processing and reporting.

Information technology professionals rely on HP quality to ensure maximum productivity. As the power of applications, processors, memory adapters and storage devices increases, high-end computer users are seeking ways to optimize their system performance. HP provides leading solutions, adding new levels of performance, availability, flexibility, and management.

Highlights of the HP Ultrium 448 Tape Array Drive

• High Capacity: The Ultrium 448 Tape Drive stores up to 400GB of data on a single data cartridge using 2:1 compression. High capacity drive reduces the costs associated with data protection by requiring fewer data cartridges to complete backups
• High Performance: The Ultrium 448 Tape Drive transfers data at a rate of up to 48 MB/s using 2:1 compression. High performance drive allows customers to scale their backup capacities without having to increase their backup windows
• Half-Height Form Factor: The Ultrium 448 half-height form factor allows for installation into all standard 5.25-inch server and workstation media bays. The half-height form factor of the Ultrium 448 Tape Drive allows for easier integration into standard 5.25-inch removable media bays
• Data Rate Matching (DRM): Allows the tape drive to dynamically and continuously adjust the speed of the drive, from 8 MB/s to 24 MB/s, matching the speed of the host or network putting less stress on the tape drive and media
• LTO Open Standard: Drive technology based on an open standard that provides for media compatibility across all brands of LTO Ultrium products. Giving customers a greater flexibility and choice of Ultrium solutions without losing their investment protection
• Server Compatibility: Qualified on HP ProLiant, Integrity, 9000, NonStop, and AlphaServers platforms, as well as many servers from other leading vendors such as Dell, IBM, and Sun. Support for heterogeneous hardware and software platforms provides customers with a single tape drive solution for all environments
• Software Compatibility: extensive list of supported backup and archiving software applications from HP, CA, VERITAS, Yosemite, Legato, Tivoli, and many more
• Management and Diagnostics Software Included: Tape drive management, performance optimization, and troubleshooting are made simple using the HP StorageWorks Library and Tape Tools application that is included with the HP Ultrium 448 Tape Drive
• Backup Software Included: HP Ultrium 448 Tape Drives ship with a choice of single-server backup software applications (HP OpenView Storage Data Protector and Yosemite TapeWare), a single HP Ultrium 400GB Data Cartridge, and SCSI cables, providing the customer with a complete data protection solution in the box
• One-Button Disaster Recovery (OBDR) Supported: firmware-based disaster recovery feature that can restore an entire system using a single Ultrium 448 tape drive and data cartridge

The 3Com Switch 5500G-EI is a premium managed Gigabit switch with advanced features, perfect for medium-sized businesses looking to deploy advanced edge applications. Layer 3 routing makes the Switch 5500 ideal for businesses looking to deploy the most advanced applications.

The Switch 5500G-EI 24-port features 20 Gigabit ports, four dual-personality ports, operating either as 10/100/1000 or SFP-based fiber and one expansion module slot. Patented XRN stacking technology provides 8-high multi-layer stacking allowing single-IP management for a stack of up to 384 ports.

Advanced Layer 3 routing - including OSPF, PIM-SM, PIM-DM and RIP v1/v2 - helps deliver optimal performance and system response. Enterprise-class security features include DES 56/168-bit encryption, IEEE 802.1X network login, Access Control Lists and RADIUS Authenticated Device Access (RADA).

Highlights of the 3Com 24 Port 10/100/1000G 5500 EI

• Managed, Layer 3, 24-port Gigabit switch ideal for businesses looking to deploy the most advanced applications
• Four dual-personality ports, operating either as 10/100/1000 or SFP-based fiber, and one 10-Gigabit expansion module slot
• Advanced Layer 3 (RIP/OSPF) Routing
• Limited lifetime warranty and next-business-day advanced hardware replacement
• Up to eight switches can be stacked via built-in Gigabit Ethernet ports, with 96Gbps total stacking bandwidth allowing single-IP management for a stack of up to 384 Gigabit ports
• Enterprise-class security features include DES 56/168-bit encryption, IEEE 802.1X network login, Access Control Lists and RADIUS Authenticated Device Access (RADA)

Out in the field or down in the dirt, the durable Panasonic Toughbook 30 is built to take a beating. This brawny workhorse is encased in magnesium alloy, with durability designed into every seal, hinge and connector. Plus, as the industry's fastest fully rugged mobile PC, it's built for lightening-quick processing and wireless connectivity. Communicate in real time from remote areas, access databases online and run sophisticated software applications even in the harshest environments. The Toughbook 30 is vibration and drop-shock resistant.

Create visually rich, engaging content for virtually any media - print, web, interactive, video, audio, and mobile - using the tightly integrated tools and services in Adobe Creative Suite 4 Master Collection software.

Express yourself freely and stay in the creative flow, no matter what the medium for your design, thanks to numerous new features and improvements in Creative Suite 4 Master Collection. Design across media more efficiently and effectively using simpler ways to complete common tasks and innovative approaches to moving from one medium to another. What's more, this software works with enhanced creative professional services that enable you to collaborate online with colleagues and clients, find answers to technical questions, create and share color harmonies, and more.