The weather has turned colder, the days are shorter, stores are decorated for the holidays, and 2007 International CES is right around the corner! This year’s show, which is scheduled for January 8-11 in Las Vegas, marks the show’s 40th anniversary. In addition to the amazing mobile exhibits in the LVCC North Hall, check out these attractions of specific interest to mobile electronics professionals:

MECP Installation Training
Sponsored by Select Products
Tuesday, January 9
North Hall, LVCC

Are you up to the challenge? The Mobile Electronics Certified Professional (MECP) Installation Training Track at the 2007 International CES is an opportunity to stay on top of installation techniques, fabrication trends, and technical knowledge. These sessions, hosted by MECP and Select Products, feature professional level topics with a focus on profitability when implementing these techniques back in your store. Participate in these training sessions and enhance your experience and knowledge:

  • Factory Integration Using Composite Materials
  • Understanding the Router, and How it Makes Installations More Profitable
  • Make Creations Using Fiberglass and more

Participants will receive an MECP Master Installation Technician Study Guide. Save on the registration fee by registering in advance!

Mobile Electronics Division Reception
Sponsored by Dual Electronics
6–8 p.m., Monday, January 8, 2007
S227, LVCC

Join mobile electronics professionals for an evening of jazz, cocktails, food and networking.

Connect2Car: The Automobile's Convergence with Consumer Electronics
9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, January 10
North Hall N253, LVCC

What do satellites, microchips and tires have in common? They all converge when the consumer drives the car! Will the connected seamless experience influence consumer preference towards technology friendly automobiles. How can automakers future proof the car allowing the latest in consumer electronics to be added to the automobile long after it leaves the showroom? What could enable technology without restricting innovation? How can two industries build a solution to fulfill consumer demand?

Session produced in partnership with SAE International and Convergence Transportation Electronics Association.

Car Technology Track
 Monday, January 8 and Tuesday, January 9
North Hall, LVCC

As commutes grow longer and America’s love affair with the open road continues, the car has emerged as an increasingly important venue for consumer electronics. Find out how this technology has become a driving force with these important sessions:

  • Progress of Vehicle Infrastructure Integration (VII) Efforts
  • Aftermarket Integration of Radio and Safety Equipment for Vehicles
  • Taking Entertainment on the Road
  • Opportunities in Car Navigation
  • Auto Electronics: OEMs The Next Frontier
  • Driver Performance Issues  

We encourage you to participate in the MECP and Mobile Division activities at CES. See you in Vegas!

Stay tuned to www.MECP.com for information about certification opportunities and new technologies that affect the industry and offer challenges or opportunities to specialty retailers.

 

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