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SANYO Component Europe GmbH has surpassed its own efficiency record with the launch of its highest efficiency HIT^® N Series product. The new ultra-efficient module is shipping to the UK and Europe in September.

• The new HIT-N235SE10 now has 21.1% cell efficiency with a module output of 235W
• This New N Series HIT^® module offers more PV power per square metre, offering added benefits under the European Feed-in-Tariff scheme
• 18.6% module efficiency is achieved through adopting 21.1% efficiency HIT^® cells, new tab design and anti-reflection coated glass
• This provides an 8.7% increase in efficiency over and above the 17.1% HIP-215NKHE5 and a 7.5% increase in efficiency over and above 17.3% HIT-240HDE4



SANYO has today launched its highest specification waterproof Dual Camera in the UK – the Xacti VPC-CA100. Waterproof up to 3m (10 feet) the Xacti CA100 is perfect for a wide range of activities, from snorkelling to snowboarding. The camera is the highest specification waterproof pocket camcorder:

• Shoots  full 1080i HD footage and 14 mega-pixel still images
• SD card compatiblity allows unlimited expandable memory
• A wide-angle 35mm lens captures everything in crystal clear quality
• The CA100 is watertight to a depth of 3 metres
• 12x Double Range Advanced Zoom is a new high for waterproof pocket Dual Cameras
• A built-in light/flash helps to brighten dark underwater scenes
• Underwater setting auto adjusts colour and contrast ratios to ensure true-to-life colours
• Eye-Fi compatibility allows users to upload video and images wirelessly to the web
• A HDMI output ensures full HD playback is quick and easy on any HD screen
• The CA100 is available in yellow, pink and black models
• The Xacti CA100 is available today priced around £349

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SANYO Component Europe GmbH is pleased to announce the launch of two new series of high efficiency modules, developed specifically for the European market and embracing the principles of a cost efficient installation thanks to the low voltage*. Read more

SANYO has today announced the UK launch of the world’s smallest, slimmest and lightest sound recorder – the Xacti ICR-XPS01M. Capable of recording Linear PCM CD quality stereo sound, the tiny recorder is available in two formats now:

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In association with the Metro newspaper, SANYO has launched an online video competition that gives voters the chance to win $10,000 or a Xacti VPC-CS1. The competition can be viewed here – where you can enter the competition by voting for your favourite video. Read more

The SANYO SH1 is available to buy in the UK this week – bringing the power of 30x Advanced Zoom, full 1080i HD video capture and 10 mega-pixel still images to your pocket.

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SANYO is set to unveil its entire new range of full HD Xacti Dual Cameras at the Gadget Show Live today. The new Xacti VPC-CS1, SH1, GH1, CG100 and CG20 will all be unveiled at a UK exhibition for the first time – and this landmark range of cameras is also joined by the first ever non-video Xacti product:

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SANYO is pleased to announce that it will showcase its HIT Solar Technology at the SOLAR HUB at this year’s Eco Build show, taking place in London between 2nd and 4th March, 2010. The SOLAR HUB is one of 4 feature points at this year’s Eco Build. These feature points are designed to educate visitors on building trends and renewable technology and at the SOLAR HUB, a range of the latest solar solutions will be on display. In addition, visitors will be able to find out more about the Government’s Clean Energy Cashback Scheme. Under this scheme which is due to be launched in April 2010, owners of PV systems will be paid a guaranteed rate for the energy they generate. Read more

Pancake Day has been celebrated for over a thousand years, but 2010 is the first time anyone has tried to find ‘Britain’s Biggest Tosser’ (of pancakes). SANYO has taken on the ambitious task, inviting pancake tossers throughout the UK to film their Shrove Tuesday fun and subject it to an online vote. The winner will receive a new SANYO Xacti camera, alongside the accolade of being Britain’s Biggest Tosser.

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