February 5th, 2013 admin
Mitsubishi NW31U-EST projector
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Mitsubishi is about to start shipping 3 new projectors – all sporting Mitsubishi’s new Laser light source. They are claiming a better way of creating a laser light engine, and that’s always good. We’ll let you know as we review at least one of the three.
The first to ship will ship in April. That’s the base NW31U with an very short throw lens, WXGA (1280×800) resolution, and 2500 lumens. Shipping closer to summer are two additional models, one very similar but 3000 lumens, and the last, again similar, 3000 lumens, but full 1080p resolution..
In going over the press release, it’s not the laser light engine that is most interesting, rather the expansion of sources to include “the cloud”.
Of course the “cloud” in its own right is sort of hard to pin down. Technically any accessible shared remote server can be defined as being part of the cloud. So let’s stick to the basics. Here are three new projectors that can run programs (such as Powerpoint) from a network server – no local computer needed. That’s not unique, but less common than you might think.
And if your remote server is arguably “in the cloud”, then well, it can present from the cloud.
That’s all there is to it. If it’s your server, then it’s your “private cloud” if you are presenting a presentation that you stored on Googles, or Apple’s or someone else’s “cloud” then, bingo, That you can also control the presentation with wifi connected devices such as iPhones and iPads, Androids… adds some additional flexibility and convenience.
We are hoping to include the NW31U in this year’s education projector comparison report. It depends if Mitsubishi can get us a unit before April 1 (before their official ship date). These sure sound interesting, so I am hoping we will receive it in time, so that our education projector buyers are aware, before their purchase cycle shifts from “choosing the projectors” to ordering them.
Press Release
Mitsubishi Electric Introduces LaserVue Projectors that Let You Wave “Goodbye” to Lamp Replacements
Orlando, Fla., January 29, 2013 — Mitsubishi Electric’s new LaserVue® family of lamp-free, environmentally-conscious portable projectors create brilliant images with accurate colors using a technologically advanced light engine unlike any other hybrid projector on the market today. Eco-conscious teachers and presenters will see Mitsubishi’s first new hybrid projector at FETC (Florida Education Technology Conference) at the Orlando Convention Center this week in Booth #1113.
As a leading supplier of the world’s laser light engines for display devices, Mitsubishi draws on its expertise to design and build this new line of lamp-free projectors. To produce the red-green-blue lighting elements required to form all display colors, Mitsubishi LaserVue projectors use one pure red LED and up to 34 pure blue laser diodes of varying strengths and wavelengths, and a solid-colored phosphor wheel that emits green light.
Unlike other light engine designs in the market today, some of the blue laser diodes are diverted to excite phosphors on this single-segment wheel. This creates a clean, clear green, eliminating color breaking or rainbow effects that are sometimes observed in similar projectors. Those that use dual or multi-segment color phosphor wheels often attempt to boost brightness at the expense of color accuracy. Mitsubishi’s new design creates bright, truer blues and purer greens—rich and accurate colors—using a single-segment wheel. Read the rest of this entry »
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January 28th, 2013 admin
Epson PowerLite ProG6650WU projector
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Epson has introduced new models in their Pro G-Series, the G6050W, G6150, G6450WU, G6550WU, G6750WU, G6800, and G6900WU. They offer up to 7000 lumens, MSRPs from $3599 to $6499, and a range of connectivity options and color options, for all possible installation scenarios. Read on for more information from Epson!
Press Release
Epson Introduces its New PowerLite Pro G-SeriesProjectors with up to 7,000 Lumens Using a Single Lamp
New Series Offers Higher Brightness and Advanced Technological Solutions forCorporate, Higher Education, House of Worship, and Rental and Staging Markets
ORLANDO, Fla. (FETC Booth #709) – Jan. 28, 2013 – Epson, the number-one selling projector brand worldwide1, today announced the new PowerLite® Pro G-series installation projectors. Building upon the success of the previous generation of Pro G projectors, this new series offers seven diverse projector models with advanced features such as edge blending, 360-degree installation, six optional lenses, and several connectivity options. Ranging from 4,500 to 7,000 lumens of color brightness and white light brightness2 with a single lamp, the projectors are designed for medium to large custom installations in corporations, higher education, houses of worship, and rental and staging.
“Venues using installation projectors require bright, flexible and reliable projection solutions, which is what we are delivering with the Pro G-series,” said Sean Gunduz, product manager, High Lumen Projectors, Epson America, Inc. “These installation projectors offer brighter solutions and integrate the most recent technological advancements in the industry, such as edge-blending technology for curved and corner screens and HDBaseT and HD-SDI connectivity options, which will benefit customers across many markets and maximize their ROI.” Read the rest of this entry »
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January 23rd, 2013 admin
ViewSonic PJD6235 projector
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ViewSonic has revamped and upgraded their PJD5, PJD6 and PJD7 series projectors, offering a range of new models. The offer flexibility for home and small offices through the availability of a range of resolutions, connectivity options and HDMI with more lumens than ever before. With budget-concious pricing, this series allows end-users to get impressive value through the precise features they need. – Lewis PR
Press Release
ViewSonic Brightens Projector Lineup; Including New Networkable, High Bright and Short Throw Models
ViewSonic Delivers Performance With 3-Year Limited Parts and Labor and 1-Year Lamp Warranties Along With Express Exchange Service
ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of computing, consumer electronics and communications solutions, is demonstrating its dedication to the projection category today by rolling out full revamps of its projector offerings with brand new models announced as part of the PJD5, PJD6 and PJD7 series.
“Whether the user is looking for a budget-friendly model for everyday use, network connectivity, or a high brightness solution, ViewSonic has the projector to perfectly fit any environment and need,” said Roger Chien, product manager for ViewSonic. “Users can also feel confident in their selection, knowing that ViewSonic stands behind every projector with our industry-leading 3-1-1 limited warranty.”
PJD7 Series – High Brightness, High Performance
Kicking off the revamped PJD7 high performance series are the new XGA PJD7333 and WXGAPJD7533w. Serving as part of ViewSonic’s specialty series, these projectors deliver business and education users with competitively priced high brightness and high-resolution solutions that support both wired and wireless LAN display functionality. Both come with 4000 lumens brightness and HDMI connectivity, the PJD7333 and PJD7533w are perfect for large lecture halls or business spaces in need of a heightened level of brightness and resolution to share detailed projects like architecture design, engineering drawings or intense graphic artwork, but that don’t require a Pro series projector. Packed with features, these projectors offer wired/wireless LAN display and PC-less presentations in addition to supporting ViewSonic’s mobile smartphone and tablet app, allowing for the wireless streaming of content from the device to the projector1. Additional specialty solutions will be added to the PJD7 series in the coming months, including an exciting, industry-leading 1080p commercial offering.
The PJD7333 and PJD7533w will be available in North and Latin America in mid-April for ESPs of $979 and $1,049. Read the rest of this entry »
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January 14th, 2013 admin
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Sporting an ultra short throw lens, and wireless networking and wireless operation, this new Hitachi projector model is designed for a variety of specialized applications by presenter and educators alike. Also, it can be controlled by a single Apple device using the Apple iOS app. Read on for more information from Hitachi!
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Hitachi Now Offers CP-AW252WN Ultra Short Throw 3LCD Projector With Networking Capabilities and Wireless Operation
Includes New iOS Control App, Projector Cloning Function and Enhanced Functionality for Educational and Commercial Use
CHULA VISTA, California, December 5, 2012 — Hitachi America, Ltd., Digital Media Division, Business Solutions Group now offers its CP-AW252WN ultra short throw 3LCD projector, which combines an array of versatile features including a new Projector Quick Connection iOS App, a Projector Cloning function and in a compact, cost-effective design. The networkable, ultraportable CP-AW252WN can project a 100-inch (diagonal) image at just 15.4 inches from the front of the projector, making it ideal for use in educational and commercial applications where space is limited yet where bright, clear image quality is required.
The new Projector Quick Connection iOS App enables users to monitor and control multiple Hitachi projectors from a single Apple® iOS device. The app provides access to the projector’s Projector, Contents, Control and Settings menus.
The CP-AW252WN includes a new Projector Cloning function: a Hitachi convenience feature that lets users copy the settings data from one projector and transfer it to other projectors via USB memory. The Projector Cloning function can copy and transfer almost all projector settings Read the rest of this entry »
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December 30th, 2012 admin
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Pacific Media Associates provides us with regular updates on industry (projector) trends. They break out projectors in multiple categories such as Pico and Pocket projectors (they are now calling them “New Era” projectors, Mainstream, and High End (mostly larger fixed/install projectors and rental and staging models).
PMA itself has been polling the dealer base for a long time. For many years my old company Presenting Solutions would report every projector sale we made to them each month – breaking it out by model, quantity, etc. The’ve been polling the largest dealers for well more than a decade, providing a real pulse on the shape, and direction of the projector industry – both business/education/government, and home.
BTW, it shouldn’t surprise anyone but the home projector segment is tiny compared to the rest of the projector industry. As you look at the numbers in the press release below, notices that each of the categories numbers are pulled from different sources, some data is from distributors, some from dealers, some from integrators. With that in mind, please realize that the biggest strength of the data is PMA’s consistent polling. It’s great for comparing month to month or year over year.
But, when it comes to picking the best selling projector models, keep in mind that each set of numbers is servicing primarily one distribution channel, not all.
Thus, it may well be that strong showings for one or more products in one channel doesn’t mean the same projector is strong in other channels. As an example, look at the Mainstream category numbers: You see that NEC and InFocus dominate in the number of units via Distributors. Both manufacturers rely heavily upon distributors for moving the product through. By comparison, some other companies, let’s say Panasonic and Epson to pick two, rely more on direct sales to the largest dealers, and far less on distributors. Thus, it is conceivably possible that both of those companies could have a projector that outsell any of the top 5 listed, simply because that report does not track units sold directly to large dealers. For example the dealers that advertise on our site, almost all buy directly from the likes of Epson and Panasonic, not through distribution…
In other words, keep an open mind. That notwithstanding, there’s plenty of useful data to mine from PMA’s numbers. There are several research companies “competing” against PMA. Between all of them, you can paint a really excellent picture of the industry, but since each uses different methodology, and even define their categories differently, you do need to put on your thinking cap if you are looking for more than a basic feel for the projector industry sales. -art
Press Release
PMA Announces Top-Selling Projector Models During November
Monthly Tracking Reports Show Optoma, NEC, InFocus and Epson Most Popular Across New Era, Mainstream and High-End Categories
Menlo Park, California, USA – December 28, 2012. Pacific Media Associates (PMA), the worldwide market information experts on front projectors, has posted their recent results to the “Top Selling Projectors” area of their website. Read the rest of this entry »
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December 4th, 2012 admin
Sony VPL-GT100 projector
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The Sony VPL-GT100 projector has great breeding. This commercial 4K projector from Sony, is built on the same platform as their VPL-VW1000ES Home Theater Projector. Art reviewed the home “version”, loves it and gave the VW1000ES our Outstanding Product of the Year award, earlier this year. The VPL-GT100 looks to be an ideal solution when there can be no compromise in both resolution and color accuracy. With 2000 lumens, this projector is ideal for a wide range of critical applications, from studio applications, screening rooms, super-hi resolution scientific and rendering applications. Wherever WUXGA or 1080p is merely adequate, this 4K projector gives you four times the pixel count, and therefore can provide the same relative sharpness at half the viewing distance. We look forward to reviewing the VPL-GT100 from a commercial perspective. The VPL-GT100 will begin shipping this month (January 2013).
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SONY UNVEILS NEW COMPACT PROFESSIONAL 4K PROJECTOR
Versatile VPL-GT100 Delivers Native 4K Resolution for Simulation, Industrial, Visualization and Entertainment Applications
PARK RIDGE, N.J., Nov. 27, 2012 – Sony’s line-up of professional 4K technologies now includes a new compact 4K projector. The VPL-GT100 model delivers the same ultra high 4K resolution (4096 x 2160, or 8.8 megapixels) of its larger counterparts used in movie theaters and commercial applications, with a new form factor for easier installation in simulation (flight simulators and virtual training), industrial design (manufacturing, automotive design), scientific visualization, 4K content viewing, entertainment (amusement parks, planetariums and museums) and a range of government uses, including command and control and more.
Sony VPL-GT100 professional 4K projector
“Commercial projection and display applications require next-generation technology to create enhanced realism for the ultimate visual and training experience,” said Sander Phipps, senior product manager, professional projectors, at Read the rest of this entry »
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December 4th, 2012 admin
InFocus IN1144 projector
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The demand for smaller, lighter and brighter projectors for the traveling professional continues to grow and manufactures such as InFocus, are developing new models to meet those demands. The new IN1144 is their smallest one yet, weighing just under 2 lbs., and boasting 500 lumens, making it a great new option for presenting on the go and game playing too! Read on for more information from InFocus:
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InFocus Introduces New Ultra-Compact LED Projector
IN1144 Ideal for On-the-Go Professionals
PORTLAND, OR, Nov 14, 2012 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) — InFocus Corp., a global leader in digital display devices and visual collaboration technology, has released the company’s smallest and lightest projector ever. The IN1144 weighs less than 2 pounds, roughly the size of a paperback book, and includes an LED light source that lasts up to 30,000 hours, making it the most portable LED projector with longest life available.
“The IN1144 is perfect for mobile professionals such as pharmaceutical reps, who give presentations in a variety of environments and need to be self-sufficient with their technology,” said Dave Duncan, product marketing manager for InFocus. “It’s super-lightweight and compact, so it fits easily into a computer bag, and the USB port means you can carry your presentation on a thumb drive instead of hauling a laptop everywhere you go. You’ll be tempted to take this one home at the end of the day, too — it can connect to your Xbox and PS3 to project games and movies.”
Simple, easy operation The IN1144 InFocus projector is true plug-and-present technology. With its instant-on feature Read the rest of this entry »
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August 16th, 2012 admin
InFocus IN114ST projector
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Long a leader in the projector market, InFocus adds to their line with low cost, short-throw projectors designed for small business and classroom use. Read on for more information from InFocus!
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InFocus Introduces New Low Cost Short Throw Projectors for the Office and Classroom
High-Performance Short Throw Projectors Provide Long-Lasting Brightness, Digital Connectivity at Low Price
Portland, Ore. – July 12, 2012 – InFocus Corp., a digital display technology leader and visual collaboration champion, has launched a series of new short throw projectors to its award-winning lineup. The IN114ST, IN124ST and IN126ST short throw projectors provide big images in tight spaces, long lasting brightness, and are available at a low price point to fit into tight office and classroom budgets.
“We are extremely excited at InFocus about the release of these new short throw projectors,” said Dave Duncan, product marketing manager at InFocus. “With three models we have a solution you can benefit from – whether it’s hanging on your whiteboard, ceiling mounted in your conference room, or roving the campus on a cart – the image will be fantastic!”
ABOUT IN114ST The IN114ST is the lowest priced office and classroom short throw projector offered from InFocus to date. This compact projector is built to perform with high brightness, high contrast ratio and BrilliantColor™ technology. Read the rest of this entry »
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July 11th, 2012 admin
Acer P7215 projector
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In the world of professional and educational presenting, brighter is always better. You can speak to more people using larger screens and deal with brighter facilities. And only having to replace one lamp is more economical than multiple lamps to create the same lumen output. So, Acer has announced the world’s first 6000 lumen single lamp projector. Talk about a light cannon! I can foresee many applications where this economical, bright projector will be suitable – conference rooms, lecture halls, houses of worship, and others. Read on for more information from Acer!
Press Release
Acer Debuts World’s First 6,000 Lumens Single Lamp Projector
Extreme Brightness for Hard-Hitting Presentations
TAIPEI, TAIWAN Acer introduces world’s first 6,000 lumens professional projector, the P7215, using a single lamp. This projector is very eco-friendly, delivering light for up to 2,000 hours while using 350 watts, reducing power consumption and maintenance costs.
Acer’s P7215 comes with convenient settings and upgraded features that improve usability and presentation flexibility. It features native 1024×768 (XGA) resolution and support for up to Full HD signal, delivering crisp, vibrant details and amazing color. In addition, this projector is DLP 3D Ready and offers advanced firmware that enables high refresh rates (120 Hz) to render flicker-free 3D experience.
The P7215 also boasts Crestron® network control and connectivity options such as HDMI®, DVI, LAN and dual D-Sub ports, making it a high impact tool for professional users in large venues. Furthermore, with Acer’s top-loading lamp design, users can replace the lamp in just a few simple steps, even when the projector is ceiling-mounted. Read the rest of this entry »
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July 11th, 2012 admin
ViewSonic PJD-6353s projector
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Viewsonic has announced three new affordable short throw projectors: PJD6353s, PJD6383s and PJD6683ws, optimized for the education classroom market, as well as being solid portable/small install projectors for the business community.
We expect we will be reviewing one of these Viewsonic projectors, most likely the PJD6683ws, and including it in next spring’s K-12 Classroom Projector Comparison report. (Click for the current Classroom projector report).
These 3 DLP projectors (all 3D capable) come with especially good warranties, and if purchased from a Viewsonic authorized dealer, Viewsonic includes a first year express exchange warranty. As this goes to press Projector Reviews has just started reviewing another Viewsonic projector, the Pro8300. Well, we’ll just let you read the press release below, so as not to duplicate Viewsonic’s efforts in describing the PJD6353s, PJD6383s and PJD6683ws projectors
Press Release
ViewSonic Expands Network-Enabled PJD6 Series Projector Lineup With New High-Res, Short Throw Solutions
ViewSonic Showcases Short Throw Savvy in Vivid Detail With New Networkable PJD6 Series Projectors, Ideal for the Classroom or Boardroom
WALNUT, CA, Jul 10, 2012 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) — ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of computing, consumer electronics and communications solutions, demonstrates its continued leadership and projection innovation with the launch of three new short throw solutions under its PJD6 Series — including the PJD6353s, PJD6383s and PJD6683ws.
The PJD6 Series makes it easy to share presentations and images in smaller environments, thanks to its high quality short throw optical lens design and contrast ratio of up to 15,000:1. The PJD6383s, PJD6683ws are XGA and WXGA native resolution models and both offer 3000 ANSI lumens of brightness suitable for medium and large classroom and boardroom projection. The PJD6353s supports an XGA resolution and 2500 ANSI lumens offering flexibility for small spaces. All three models are equipped with Dynamic PC and Dynamic Movie modes, so that the projector can automatically detect and adjust lamp brightness according to image content. This results in an enhanced overall dynamic contrast ratio improvement of up to 50% for vivid details, while also saving up to 30%* on energy Read the rest of this entry »
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