June 21st, 2012 admin
Casio XJ-H2600 projector
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Casio entered the projector market seriously only a few years ago, with the first lineup of hybrid led/light source based projectors. The first projectors were Slim-line projectors designed first for mobility. Since then Casio has expanded its projector lineup into some mid-sized portable and fixed install projectors suitable for school classrooms and conference rooms. With this announcement Casio moves solidly into more powerful projectors suitable for larger presentation environments. The obvious strength of Casio’s led/laser light source is that it should easily outlast the projector itself, so no expensive lamps down the road. One of Casio’s mid-sized projectors recently received our Best in Classroom – Runner-up award. Impressive technology.
Press Release
CASIO ENHANCES ITS PRO SERIES LINE WITH HIGH BRIGHTNESS WXGA PROJECTORS
New Models Build on Successful LASER & LED Hybrid Light Source Technology to Address Market Needs
DOVER, NJ (JUNE 13, 2012)— According to Pacific Media Associates, the mainstream projector market for WXGA models is forecasted to grow by 35 percent over the next two years. To meet this growing demand, Casio America, Inc. is expanding its lineup with two new WXGA Pro Series projectors; the XJ-H2600 and XJ-H2650. The new Pro projectors, featuring Casio’s revolutionary LASER & LED Hybrid Light Source and a 3500 lumen output, will be exhibited at Casio’s booth (#C5020) during InfoComm at the Las Vegas Convention Center, June 13-15, 2012.
“We are extremely proud of the success of our family of projectors. Casio will continue enhancing and evolving its unique LASER & LED Hybrid Light Source technology while delivering projection solutions that meet the market’s expectations and requirements,” said Matt Mustachio, general manager of Casio’s Business Projector Division. “With Casio’s second generation LASER & LED Hybrid Light Source, high brightness and upgraded resolution, the new Pro Read the rest of this entry »
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June 20th, 2012 admin
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Designed first and foremost as higher power projectors for the classroom and multipurpose rooms (training rooms and conference rooms are great too), the E200 series projectors vary from 2600 to 3700 lumens, have the ability to stretch lamp life to “up to 7000 hours”. That pairs with a long life filter to drastically reduce cost of operation and maintenance. Plenty of sound for filling classrooms, and a host of features including mic inputs, and advanced wireless networking are just part of the benefit set of the E200 series.
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Sony’s New E200 Series is a Textbook Example of Classroom Projection
New models deliver a full range of brightness options from 2,600 lumens up to 3,700 lumens – both in XGA and WXGA format – to meet virtually any type of education projection environment.
LAS VEGAS, (InfoComm Booth #C7008) June 12, 2012 – (Virtual Press Office) — Sony’s newest projector family for classroom use is the VPL-E200 series. These new models deliver a full range of brightness options from 2,600 lumens up to 3,700 lumens – both in XGA and WXGA format – to meet virtually any type of education projection environment.
At InfoComm, Sony will feature a 3,700 lumen WXGA model in the new series: the VPL-EW275.
“Like all Sony projectors, the new E200 series is designed to offer lower total costs of ownership, reduced maintenance time, and increased energy efficiency,” said Robin Richards, senior marketing manager, professional display, Sony Electronics. “These new models refine those characteristic further for classroom use, resulting in highly flexible and high performance solutions for the education market.”
With the E200 series, Sony has taken a significant step toward further extending lamp life. By applying a new fine-tuned cooling system to reduce clouding of the bulb, lamp life can be extended to up to approximately 7,000 hours, Read the rest of this entry »
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June 20th, 2012 admin
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The three new projectors in the D100 series (two XGA and one WXGA), are designed to be powerful portable projectors sporting 2600 to 3200 lumens. Most significantly these models are designed for energy and overall efficiency. Thanks to Sony’s latest technologies, including auto-dimming, these projectors can stretch lamp life up to 7000 hours – that’s more than double the 3000 lumens that for years has been considered the standard for eco-mode lamp life. This translates into far lower cost of operation than the typical competition.
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NEW SONY PROJECTORS COMBINE SLEEK AND STYLISH LOOKS WITH COMPACT SIZE AND AFFORDABILITY
Combination of XGA and WXGA Models Designed for SOHO Applications, and Corporate, Retail and Education
LAS VEGAS (InfoComm Booth #C7008) June 12, 2012 – (Virtual Press Office) — Sony is unveiling new projector models ideal for a range of business applications, especially small office and home office use. Designed with a sleek and stylish look, the flexible and compact new models are also suited to corporate, retail and education use.
The new models include the VPL-DX120 (XGA/2600lm); VPL-DX140 (XGA/3200lm), and VPL-DW120 (WXGA/2600lm). Each inherits convenient features for portable use, including lightweight (5lbs, 7 oz.); Sony’s “Off and Go” feature for removal immediately after use, auto keystone to reduce adjustment time and keystone distortion, and a carrying case.
The D100 Series also boasts an energy-efficient design and a focus on lower total cost of operation, as well as several features shared across Sony’s full line of business projectors. These include an auto lamp dimming function, where the Read the rest of this entry »
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June 20th, 2012 admin
Optoma TW865-NL projector
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Optoma debuted its new large-venue projector, the TW865-NL at InfoComm last week. At an estimated price of $3,999 and offering 6000 lumens, this TW865-NL is designed for installation in museums, houses of worship, conference/lecture halls and even where 24/7 operation is required. According to Optoma, it is the only DLP projector made that meets these qualifications! Read on for more information from Optoma.
Press Release
OPTOMA DEBUTS LARGE-VENUE TW865-NL PROJECTOR AT INFOCOMM
6000 Lumens, 360 Degree Mounting, and Interchangeable Lenses Highlight New Model
FREMONT, Calif. | June 9, 2012 | Optoma, the best-selling brand of DLP projectors in the Americas, has introduced here at InfoComm (booth C5621) its all-new 6000-ANSI Lumen TW865-NL, a WXGA resolution projector with interchangeable lenses designed to meet the needs and ease installation challenges found in large venues. The only DLP projector in its class with a center-lens design, and 360 degree operation for maximum placement flexibility, the TW865-NL is ideal for installations where 24/7 use is required, such as surveillance, traffic and command & control operations. Supported by Optoma’s Express Replacement Service three-year warranty (one-year on lamp), it is a reliable performer for use in auditoriums and large conference rooms in businesses, schools, houses of worship, and medical facilities. The TW865-NL will be available in July at an estimated price of $3,999. Read the rest of this entry »
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June 18th, 2012 admin
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Last week, the SID (Society for Informational Display) published a revolutionary Color Light Output Standard document. Quoted in this Press Release from the 3LCD Group, our editor Art Feierman, says, “A color light output specification should be of real benefit to users, and those responsible for projector selection, and makes it possible to properly compare different projector technologies. Many projectors produce a hefty amount of white lumens, but come up very short when trying to produce rich, accurate colors.” Read on for more information from 3LCD:
Press Release
New Color Performance Standard to Revolutionize Projector Purchase Criteria
Society for Information Display Publishes Groundbreaking Color Light Output Standard
Las Vegas (InfoComm, Booth #C5115), June 13, 2012 – The projector market has been in existence for more than two decades and almost 60 million projectors have been sold for use in schools, theaters, homes and businesses. During this time, superior image quality has consistently been at the top of the purchase criteria list in every market and until now, there has been no standardized specification to measure the color performance in displays.
Last week, a revolutionary document was released by the Society for Information Display (SID), a highly respected, global professional organization dedicated to the development of the display industry. The International Display Measurement Standard (IDMS) document outlines standardized measurement methodologies for displays, including projectors. After extensive research and evaluation, the SID concluded that a color performance standard was scientifically valid and relevant for the display industry and included the methodology in the IDMS. This measurement tool (referred to by the SID as color light output), will provide consumers with a specification to evaluate color performance, a critical aspect of image quality. Read the rest of this entry »
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June 18th, 2012 admin
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LED light sources are virtually maintenance free. We have seen many XGA/WXGA resolution business projectors (notably from Casio) that use this technology. However, Panasonic is coming out with a true 1080p lamp-free model in the fall, designed for professional installations, such as museums, and for digital signage as well. No info on pricing yet, but read on for an explanation of all the bells and whistles and more information from Panasonic!
Press Release
PANASONIC DEVELOPS WORLD’S FIRST*1 1080p LAMP-FREE PROFESSIONAL PROJECTORS WITH HDBaseT™ TECHNOLOGY
PT-RZ470 and PT-RZ370 Series Utilize LED/Laser-Combined Light Source, Deliver up to 20,000 Hours of Virtually Maintenance-Free Operation
Secaucus, NJ, June 13, 2012 – Panasonic, a provider of professional projector solutions, today announced the world’s first lamp-free projector series with HDBaseT™ technology. This new series of projectors replaces a conventional lamp with new LED/laser diodes boosted by Panasonic’s proprietary technologies to realize long lasting high brightness of more than 3,000 lumens. The 1-Chip DLP™ PT-RZ470 and PT-RZ370 Series will be made available in two different resolutions, 1080p (1,920 x 1,080) and WXGA (1,280 x 800) with capabilities that were not possible before with conventional lamps.
By pairing an LED/laser light source with Panasonic’s installation flexibility – including lens shift capability – the PT-RZ470 Series and PT-RZ370 Series represent a new and important milestone in projector evolution. By providing end users with continuous high brightness and professional grade features including Edge Blending and Color Matching, Panasonic has enriched the projector usage experience for educational institutions and professional applications such as museums and digital signage. Read the rest of this entry »
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June 18th, 2012 admin
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When it comes to projector installation in a conference room/auditorium or lecture hall, convenience is key. Panasonic’s new HDBaseT Technology simplifies the task. Also offering 4300 lumens in a compact shape, doesn’t hurt either. Read on for more information from Panasonic:
Press Release
PANASONIC REVEALS WORLD’S* FIRST HIGH BRIGHTNESS COMPACT LCD PROJECTOR WITH HDBaseT™ TECHNOLOGY
New PT-VW431DU Projector Simplifies Wiring, Installation and Maintenance
Las Vegas, NV, June 13 2012 – Panasonic, a provider of professional projector solutions, today announced its new PT-VW431DU, high brightness, 4,300 lumen, WXGA resolution compact body projector. Through Panasonic’s new Digital Link technology, the device helps simplify projector installation, wiring and ongoing maintenance by sending audio, video (including uncompressed HD video), Internet, controls and power over a single Cat5e/6 LAN cable. For customers in corporate and education markets, where the number of installed projectors are high, the efficiency and reduced cabling costs can be significant.
Panasonic Digital Link
Based on Valens HDBaseT™ technology, Panasonic’s Digital Link is embedded in the PT-VW431DU, allowing a single cable to transmit uncompressed videos signals, audio, and control commands up to 100m (328ft). The need for an external receiver is eliminated when the PT-VW431DU is used together with Panasonic’s new ET-YFB100 switcher box or other switchers with HDBaseT™ chipset. Read the rest of this entry »
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June 18th, 2012 admin
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More InfoComm news here from BenQ, concerning new projectors and other products too!
Press Release
| New BenQ Products on Display at InfoComm 2012:
Interactive Flat Panels – Higher Interactivity and Productivity
InfoComm 2012 will mark the debut of BenQ’s new 42-inch, 55-inch, and 65-inch interactive flat panels (IFPs) with 1920×1080 full HD resolution. Combining the power of touch technology with multimedia connectivity, the T420, T650, and TL550 maximize the learning experience for students, while enhancing meeting efficiency, training effectiveness, collaborative discussions, and team building exercises in corporate, government, and military applications. In addition, the IFPs bring high performance to interactive digital signage applications, video walls, eBoard information displays — such as menus and airport flight schedules — and much more.
The CCFL T420 and T650 offer dynamic contrast ratios of 4,000:1 and 9,000:1, while the LED TL550 offers a dynamic contrast ratio of 10,000:1. Key features of all three IFPs include:
• Optical Sensing Touch Technology: Allows users to control their computer directly by touching the screen. Taking advantage of this functionality is as simple as connecting a computer to an IFP with a USB cable.
• Optical Dual Touch Technology: Turns the displayed image or spreadsheet into a multitouch screen, when paired with Windows® 7. Read the rest of this entry » |
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June 14th, 2012 admin
STEWART FILMSCREEN DEVELOPS NEW CIMA™ SCREEN LINE WITH STANDARD SIZES AND SCREEN OPTIONS TO REACH BROADER AUDIENCE
- CIMA™ by Stewart Filmscreen offers standard configurations and screen materials for projects that are less need specific but still demand quality, durability and performance
Torrance, CA and Las Vegas, NV (InfoComm) – June 13, 2011 – Stewart Filmscreen Corporation®, industry leader in precision projection screen technologies for the residential and commercial markets, announced today the introduction of CIMA™ by Stewart Filmscreen, a new screen line offering standard configurations and sizes for projects that are less need specific, but still demand quality, durability and performance. Designed and manufactured in the USA by Stewart’s award winning team, CIMA™ offers the exceptional Stewart brand quality to a broader audience seeking 2-piece projection installations.
“Our team set out to create the high-quality screen solutions for a broad range of basic applications, and the new CIMA™ line was born,” said Grant Stewart, President, Stewart Filmscreen. “The CIMA™ line maintains the exceptional screen Read the rest of this entry »
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June 14th, 2012 admin
Epson PowerLite 1751 projector
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Here’s another one of many Infocomm press releases, this one from Epson about a new line of portable, low cost, PowerLite 1700-series wireless projectors, good for presentations in the office and on-the-go. Read on for more information from Epson!
Pess Release
Epson Introduces Bright, Powerful, Ultra-Portable PowerLite 1700-Series Wireless Projectors
Starting at $649, the new PowerLite 1700 Series Delivers High Color Brightness and Added Features in Slim Form Factor
LAS VEGAS (InfoComm, Booth #C6829) – June 13, 2012 – Epson, the number-one selling projector brand worldwide1, today introduced its new line of EPSON® PowerLite® 1700-series projectors – sleek models that weigh less than four pounds and are as thin as a laptop at 1.7-inches tall. Designed for mobile professionals and corporations, the PowerLite 1751, 1761W, 1771W, and 1776W deliver high color brightness and new features including HDMI connectivity on all models and advanced wireless capabilities.
“The next-generation PowerLite 1700-series are ultra-slim at 1.7-inches tall, incredibly portable at 3.7 pounds and deliver extremely powerful features,” said Brian Savarese, product manager, Projectors, Epson America, Inc. “Easy setup, wireless options, HDMI, and EPSON iProjection™ compatibility bring new solutions to road warriors who need presentation tools with convenience and smart design, without sacrificing performance. Presenters can be confident Read the rest of this entry »
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