Sponsors


GDC Technology is a leading manufacturer and provider of cinema equipment and solutions including cinema automation systems, cinema servers, cinema enterprise software, cinema storage, cinema audio solutions, and cinema projectors. GDC's products and solutions meet the highly demanding performance, security and reliability requirements established by motion picture studios. GDC Technology Limited Website News Archive Local Directory Page Recent News: Apr 2, 2025 Lotte and GDC Technology Strengthen Alliance with New Multi-Year Media Server Agreement GDC Technology Limited ('GDC'), a global leader in digital cinema solutions, today announced that Lotte Cinema has selected GDC's SR-1000 Standalone Integrated Media Block™ (IMB) for its comprehensive theatre upgrade program. The agreement covers the replacement of legacy systems and new installations across Lotte Cinema locations. Full News Article GDC Technology Limited Website GDC Technology Limited Local Directory Page Apr 1, 2025 GDC AIB-3000 Transforms Cinema Audio GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that worldwide sales and commitments for its 16-channel cinema audio processor, AIB-3000, have shipped over 270 units since its introduction in 2024. Full News Article GDC Technology Limited Website GDC Technology Limited Local Directory Page Apr 1, 2025 EIKON Develops Smart Workflow with GDC’s SCL Centralized Playback Server Solution GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that EIKON has selected GDC’s SCL Centralized Playback Server solution to manage the ingest and streaming playback of Digital Cinema Packages (DCP) for Quality Control (QC) of content at its global facilities. Full News Article GDC Technology Limited Website GDC Technology Limited Local Directory Page Mar 31, 2025 GDC Technology Reaches Major Milestone with the World’s First DCI-Certified HDR LED Media Server Designed for Cinema Screen GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions announced that a new Cinity LED solution incorporating media server technology from GDC, has successfully passed the latest and most rigorous test for High Dynamic Range (“HDR”) and 3D presentation under Compliance Test Plan (CTP) version 1.4.1 from Digital Cinema Initiatives (DCI). Full News Article GDC Technology Limited Website GDC Technology Limited Local Directory Page Featured Cinema Items: Cinema Automation Cinema Automation GDC’s CA2.0 smart cinema solution not only automates your playback process from the SCL Mk2 live-streaming library server to one or each auditorium’s diskless SR-1000 media server but also allows exhibitors to fully automate the booth operations with a one-stop-shop solution by bundling with GDC’s four automation products designed for: 1. Power ... More Information: https://www.gdc-tech.com/cinema-solutions/cinema-automation/?u... Cinema Media Servers Cinema Media Servers GDC manufactures and develops high-quality DCI-compliant digital cinema media servers fulfilling customers’ needs for the past 20 years. GDC partners with the most DCI-recognized cinema display technologies in the world including Barco, Cineappo, Christie, Sony, SHAPP/NEC cinema professional digital cinema projectors and Samsung Onyx Cinema LED ... More Information: https://www.gdc-tech.com/cinema-solutions/cinema-media-servers... Cinema Enterprise Software Cinema Enterprise Software GDC leading digital cinema solutions provider develops different revolutionary enterprise solutions to streamline the cinema chain operations which include: TMS-2000 Theatre Management System is your comprehensive solution to manage content, digital cinema equipment, and more from a central location. TmsAware™ App allows you to monitor cinema o... More Information: https://www.gdc-tech.com/cinema-solutions/cinema-enterprise-so... Cinema Storage Cinema Storage GDC cinema storage solutions offer scalable storage options with different features that fit exhibitors’ various needs. You may choose to upgrade your existing cinema media server SR-1000 IMB with built-in CineCache™ 2TB. You may consider choosing larger storage with an external hard drive for movie DCPs including Portable Storage features up to... More Information: https://www.gdc-tech.com/cinema-solutions/cinema-storage/?utm_...

Industry Partners

Shows & Events

Baird 1930

RSS News

About RSS

Home/Menu > Find News > Refresh this page

Burbank, CA—Jul 6, 2023

Classic Cinemas Selects GDC as Exclusive Provider to Playback Digital Content

Chicagoland’s Award-winning Cinema Circuit to Upgrade Its Legacy Media Servers with GDC’s Ultra-Reliable SR-1000 Integrated Media Block

GDC Technology Limited, (GDC) a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today it has signed an agreement with Classic Cinemas to be the exclusive provider of digital cinema media servers.

Classic Cinemas is one of the domestic theatre circuits listed in the Boxoffice “Top 50 Giants of Exhibition” and operates 137 screens at 16 sites in the Chicagoland area. The agreement involves the full replacement of legacy media servers with the GDC SR-1000 Standalone Integrated Media Block™ with 4K resolution and GDC’s Enterprise Storage at all Classic Cinemas. The installation will be facilitated by in-house technical services, which will also provide services for the duration of the agreement.

Classic Cinemas is a family-owned business that opened its first multiplex in 1978 and known for its guest-friendly policies. Since its inception, the company has continually invested in the latest innovations in picture and sound technologies to provide the best possible moviegoing experience at all its cinemas, such as their XQ premium experience auditoriums featuring DTS:X for IAB immersive audio with 4K RGB Laser projection. This agreement provides Classic Cinemas with digital cinema media servers designed with the latest and most powerful technology for near-zero maintenance, ensuring Classic’s guests an uninterrupted motion picture experience.

“Since the first day of operations, we have based our partnerships on trust and reliable performance of a company’s products. We firmly believe GDC is one of the most trusted names in the cinema industry with the most innovative and reliable products,” said Chris Johnson, CEO of Classic Cinemas. “It was not a difficult decision to select GDC’s media server for content playback.”

“Classic Cinemas is a classic example of how to run a cinema circuit,” said Patrick Artiaga, senior director, business development for GDC Technology (USA) LLC. “We are honored to be a preferred partner with one of the most innovative cinema circuits in the country. By selecting GDC for their content playback, Classic Cinemas will always have the latest technology due to our firmware is field upgradable to help them achieve their mission of offering the best entertainment experience for their guests throughout the Chicagoland area.”

GDC Technology Limited Contacts:

Media Relations:

Tony Adamson

[email protected]

+1 (214) 686-0491

GDC Technology Limited

Unit 1-7, 20th Floor, Kodak House II,

39 Healthy Street East, North Point, Hong Kong

Tel: + 852 2507 9555 Fax:+852 2579 1131

http://www.gdc-tech.com

GDC Links and Information:

GDC Home Page

GDC LinkedIn

GDC YouTube Channel

GDC Instagram

About GDC Technology Limited: GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’) is a leading digital cinema solutions provider with its manufacturing facility certified with ISO 9001:2015 by SGS. GDC develops, manufactures and sells cinema projector, media server for both projector and LED cinema display, content storage system, cinema enterprise software including theatre management system and advanced cinema automation system for the global cinema industry. GDC is a licensee of DTS 7.1 and DTS:X object-based immersive sound technology from DTS, Inc. In addition, GDC also provides a suite of digital cinema products and services, including LED cinema, 3D product, audio processors, speakers, projector lamp, post-production service, and Electronic Delivery System (EDS). GDC Technology Limited Directory page GDC Technology Limited Web Site

About Classic Cinemas: Classic Cinemas, founded in August 1978 by the Johnson family and now run by CEO Chris Johnson, is the largest Illinois-based theatre chain with 137 screens in 16 locations. While many Classic Cinemas locations are historic downtown theatres, each has been meticulously renovated to highlight its character and upgraded to the latest technology to create the ultimate guest experience. Having received numerous accolades for business excellence, preservation, community service, and accessibility, Classic Cinemas endeavors to be the hometown theatre of choice. Classic Cinemas Directory page

Tags:

Exhibitor Deals

Source:

GDC Technology Limited (Hong Kong) Classic Cinemas (Downers Grove)

Countries:

United States

Share This Page

More GDC Technology Limited News:

Apr 2, 2025 Lotte and GDC Technology Strengthen Alliance with New Multi-Year Media Server Agreement

GDC Technology Limited ('GDC'), a global leader in digital cinema solutions, today announced that Lotte Cinema has selected GDC's SR-1000 Standalone Integrated Media Block™ (IMB) for its comprehensive theatre upgrade program. The agreement covers the replacement of legacy systems and new installations across Lotte Cinema locations.

Apr 1, 2025 GDC AIB-3000 Transforms Cinema Audio

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that worldwide sales and commitments for its 16-channel cinema audio processor, AIB-3000, have shipped over 270 units since its introduction in 2024.

Apr 1, 2025 EIKON Develops Smart Workflow with GDC’s SCL Centralized Playback Server Solution

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that EIKON has selected GDC’s SCL Centralized Playback Server solution to manage the ingest and streaming playback of Digital Cinema Packages (DCP) for Quality Control (QC) of content at its global facilities.

Mar 31, 2025 GDC Technology Reaches Major Milestone with the World’s First DCI-Certified HDR LED Media Server Designed for Cinema Screen

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions announced that a new Cinity LED solution incorporating media server technology from GDC, has successfully passed the latest and most rigorous test for High Dynamic Range (“HDR”) and 3D presentation under Compliance Test Plan (CTP) version 1.4.1 from Digital Cinema Initiatives (DCI).

Mar 31, 2025 GDC Technology Celebrates Its 25th Anniversary at CinemaCon 2025

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that it will once again participate as a major sponsor of CinemaCon 2025. CinemaCon, the official convention of NATO, has become an annual tradition for motion picture professionals, attracting over 6,000 delegates from around the world to celebrate the theatrical experience and explore the latest technologies designed to enhance image and sound quality.

Dec 10, 2024 GDC Relocates and Expands its Beijing Office and Added a New Post-Production Screening Room

GDC Technology Limited, a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, is proud to announce the relocation and expansion of its Beijing office. The newly established office now features a state-of-the-art post-production screening room, further enhancing GDC's commitment to delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions to the cinema industry.

Dec 11, 2024 Leading Cinema Chains Embrace GDC Enterprise Software Solutions CMS Adoption Soars with Over 425 Percent Growth in Screens Globally

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that its Enterprise Software solutions have been widely adopted by leading cinema chains globally.

Dec 10, 2024 SF Cinema Selects GDC Solutions for Its Lotus Yala Branch and Robinson Lifestyle Chanthaburi Branch

GDC Technology Limited, a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that SF Corporation Public Company Limited, Thailand’s premier cinema chain, has launched the country's first movie theatre equipped with DTS Surround Cinema sound systems in all halls.

Dec 9, 2024 GDC Technology Expands Global Operations with New Facility in Singapore

GDC Technology Limited, a leading provider of digital cinema solutions, is pleased to announce a major expansion of its global operations with the establishment of a new production facility in Singapore in 2024. This strategic move aligns with GDC’s long-term goals of enhancing its global footprint and operational efficiency.

Dec 5, 2024 GDC Celebrates 25 Years of Innovation at CineAsia

GDC Technology Limited (‘GDC’), a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today it has signed an agreement with Film ExposGroup to be the Official Co-Presenting Sponsor of CineAsia 2024. As part of the agreement, GDC will continue to play a significant role at Asia’s largest convention and trade show, which is held solely to promote a sustainable and greener cinema industry.

More Classic News:

Oct 18, 2022 Classic Cinemas Selects GDC Technology to Modernize Historic La Grange Theatre

GDC Technology Limited, a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that Classic Cinemas, one of the most innovative theatre circuits in the nation has renovated the historic La Grange Theatre in La Grange, Illinois into a modern six-screen multiplex with GDC cinema solutions, including its SR-1000 Standalone Integrated Media Block™ , Espedeo™ Supra-5000 RGB Plus Laser Phosphor Cinema Projector, TMS-2000 Theatre Management System and DTS:X™ for IAB immersive audio.

May 22, 2019 Classic Cinemas Selects Cinergy Enterprise Solution

Nov 22, 2017 Classic Cinemas Strengthens Strategy Partnership with GDC

GDC Technology Limited, a leading global provider of digital cinema solutions, announced today that Classic Cinemas, one of the most innovative theatre circuits in the nation has agreed to expand its immersive audio technology strategy with the GDC Immersive Sound Solution featuring DTS:X® technology as part of an overall renovation to include luxury recliners and other VIP amenities.

Nov 14, 2017 DTS to Deliver Next-Generation DTS:X Audio to Classic Cinemas

Aug 1, 2016 Largest, New Screen in Classic Cinemas Circuit Shines with Brilliant Results

Apr 13, 2016 Classic Cinemas and UEC Theatres Make Sound Investment with GDC Technology featuring DTS:X Immersive Sound

GDC Technology Limited, a world-leading digital cinema solutions provider, announced today at CinemaCon 2016 that two of the most innovative theatre circuits in the nation have installed immersive audio technology, powered by GDC Immersive Sound Media Solution featuring DTS:X™.

May 2, 2012 Classic Cinemas Is Full Speed Ahead on its Digital Rollout with GDC Technology Servers

GDC Technology (“GDC Tech”), a world leading digital cinema solution provider, was selected by Downers Grove, Illinois (USA) based Classic Cinemas (“Classic”) to provide the SX-2000A Digital Cinema Server with Integrated Media Block (“IMB”) for it’s complete digital conversion of 100 movie screens. Classic installed 100 new GDC Tech servers which feature advanced digital cinema technology.