March 8th, 2013 admin
BenQ MX662 projector
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Offering up to 3500 lumens and a variety of resolution and placement options for the classroom or conference room, the new value line of BenQ “M Series” projectors, is a great option for the budget conscious buyer (and who isn’t these days?) Read on for more information from BenQ!
Press Release
BenQ Combines Performance and Affordabilityin’M6 Series’ Projectors Release
New Entry-Level Projector Line Brings 13000:1 Contrast Ratios, Up to 3,500 ANSI Lumens of Brightness, and SmartEco™ Technology to the Business, Education, and Home Space
IRVINE, Calif. — March 5, 2013 — BenQ America Corp., an internationally renowned provider of digital lifestyle innovations and global DLP® projector leader, today introduced its new M6 Series of advanced business, education and home projectors. The product line comprised of the MS616ST, MX618ST, MX662, and MW663 models feature superior contrast ratios of 13000:1, up to 3,500 ANSI lumens of brightness, and BenQ’s world-leading SmartEco™ technology to cut energy consumption by up to 70 percent. In addition to high-performance features, the projectors include wireless connectivity options, mobile device integration when paired with BenQ’s Qpresenter app for the iPhone® and iPad®, hassle-free maintenance and security, and short-throw capabilities (MS616ST & MX618ST) to provide flexible setups in any setting.
Designed for corporate, classroom, and personal spaces, the MS616ST and MX618ST short-throw projectors combine installation flexibility with multimedia performance to bring quality video to rooms of all sizes. With SVGA (MS616ST) and XGA (MX618ST) native Read the rest of this entry »
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February 13th, 2013 admin
Epson VS220 projector
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Epson adds new models to its value-priced VS series, the VS220 and VS320. Offering high brightness and low cost as well as portability, these two new projectors are sure to be popular with small businesses.
Press Release
Epson Introduces Bright, Value-Priced Projectors for Small Businesses
Epson VS220 and VS320 Deliver High-Definition Performance with 2,700 Lumens HDMI Connectivity
LONG BEACH, Calif. – Feb. 12, 2013 – Epson, the number-one selling projector brand worldwide1, today introduced new VS-series projector models, designed to provide small businesses with high-brightness at low costs. The VS220 ($359*) and VS320 ($429*) offer SVGA and XGA resolution respectively and deliver high performance with 2,700 lumens of color brightness and 2,700 lumens of white brightness2 and HDMI connectivity for high-quality audio and video with one cable.
“These new VS models break the mold for affordable business projectors,” said Brian Savarese, product manager, Epson America, Inc. “Designed with budget conscious small businesses in mind, both the VS220 and VS320 deliver high-brightness along with HDMI connectivity to deliver compelling, high-impact presentations.”
The VS220 and VS320 offer easy-to-use connectivity and control features, including USB Plug ‘n Play for instantly projecting video and audio from a PC or Mac® computer via a USB connection, as well as automatic vertical keystone correction for easy image alignment and fast setup. The VS320 offers additional features, including a horizontal easy-slide control bar for enhanced image correction, allowing for a rectangular image from any angle, as well as an A/V Mute slide which stops the sound and picture to allow for a quick pause in the presentation. Read the rest of this entry »
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February 12th, 2013 admin
ViewSonic PJD7820HD projector
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Wow, at only $699 (estimated street price), this new ViewSonic HD projector model, the PJD7820HD, has broken a new price barrier for 1080p business projectors. It also offers 3000 lumens of brightness and HDMI connection. Read on for more information from ViewSonic.
Press Release
ViewSonic Breaks $700 Price Barrier with New, Best in Class 1080p Projector
ViewSonic PJD7820HD delivers projection combination of 1080p, 3000 lumens and an HDMI connection at an unrivaled street price
Following the recent revamp of its PJD5, PJD6 and PJD7 series,ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of computing, consumer electronics and communications solutions, brings Full HD projection to SMBs and home office users at the unmatched price point of just $699 with the PJD7820HD.
“As more and more business applications run on high definition resolution, the demand for 1080p projectors in the business world has been on the rise,“ said Roger Chien, product manager for ViewSonic. “Our new PJD7820HD offers best in class price-performance for a Full HD 1080p DLP projector on the market today, making it the ideal crossover model for both SMBs and home office consumer use.”
An expansion of ViewSonic’s PJD7 specialty series, the DLP® PJD7820HD pairs 3000 ANSI lumens and a 15000:1 contrast ratio for brightness with Full HD resolution for crystal image clarity. Packed with features, this 3D Blu-ray® ready projector includes the latest HDMI connection, multiple PC and video input options (dual VGA, composite, S-video, RS232, VGA/audio out), 1.3x optical zoom, vertical keystone correction Read the rest of this entry »
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February 5th, 2013 admin
Mitsubishi WD390U-EST "cloud" projector
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Here’s a new Mitsubishi projector geared for classroom or boardroom. 3000 lumens bright this projector claims as one of its main ways of differentiating itself, that it can present from “the cloud”.
The WD390EST “Cloud” projector is a very short throw projector, which means it will typically be mounted above a screen or whiteboard. it doesn’t need a computer, no thumbdrive, no DVD or Blu-ray player, just a way to reach a network (wired or wireless). Mind you it can interface with all those usual sources.
What we’re talking about here, is presenting from remote servers – no local computer needed, and therefore no local applications needed. Whether presenting/teaching for a server that is a local network (for a school, as an example), or if it is a true shared 3rd party remote server in “the cloud” as described by Apple, Google, Rackspace, Yahoo, Microsoft, etc., doesn’t really matter. Mitsubishi is simply making a projector that supports but doesn’t need local assets beyond a network connection, to be a viable display for presenting and educating.
Will this change the face of using projectors in the classroom? For some perhaps. Is this totally unique? I really don’t think so, as many projectors can talk wired, or wirelessly to networks. Fewer though can present from those networks – that is have the presentation materials on that network, not local.
Certainly this is a good feature. While for most classroom or boardroom type presentations, having the “cloud” option is a nice touch. Where real benefit can be seen, though is an easy way to tap into large databases of material for presentations and support, without having to download them and reorganize them first. I can see a teacher downloading a geography presentation from a school districts database of existing Geography presentations.
Press Release
Mitsubishi Electric Can Display the Cloud with WD390U-EST Extreme Short Throw Projector Shown at FETC Education Conference in Orlando
No Computer Needed – Simple, Easy Connectivity Transforms Education and Presentation Market While Saving Customers Time and Money
ORLANDO, Fla., January 28, 2013 —As one of the world’s leading display manufacturers, Mitsubishi Electric is the first to take projection to the next level with its WD390U-EST projector: now content can be presented with no computer attached. Shown for the first time at the Florida Educational Technology Conference in Orlando, January 29-31, 2013 in Booth #1113, the Mitsubishi WD390U-EST cloud projector is poised to change the way users select a projector for their classrooms.
Called a “cloud projector,” the Mitsubishi WD390U-EST uses its built-in, thin client function to serve as a dynamic display device. And because a computer isn’t needed for new builds or technology upgrades, school districts and businesses adapting this new kind of projector can save money in these tough economic times.
Projector industry experts recognize the exceptional benefits this new technology offers: “By making it easy to get a document from your networked computer, server, smart phone, or other mobile device to the projection screen, the WD390U-EST provides PC-free projection that is both comprehensive and easy to use,” said Bill Livolsi, Associate Editor, Projector Central.
Users simply log onto their network and begin displaying content in seconds, whether from a local server, the internet or the cloud, giving Read the rest of this entry »
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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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February 1st, 2013 admin
Epson BrightLink 436Wi projector
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Epson announced two new classroom projector solutions – the BrightLink 436Wi, a fully integrated, portable short-throw interactive projector, and the PowerLite 935W, an ultra-bright projector for large classrooms and naturally bright rooms. We expect the BrightLink 436Wi to arrive for review shortly and it will be included in this year’s Classroom Projector Report in the spring.
Press Release
ORLANDO, Fla. (FETC Booth #709) – Jan. 29, 2013 – Epson, the number-one selling projector brand worldwide1, today introduced the BrightLink® 436Wi – a fully integrated, portable short-throw interactive projector. Building on the success of Epson’s current line of BrightLink ultra-short throw projectors, the BrightLink 436Wi is the first interactive, short-throw Epson® projector that can be moved from room to room. Offering advanced connectivity options and dual pen support2, the BrightLink 436Wi can project onto any existing whiteboard, wall or other smooth, light-colored, hard surface.
Epson PowerLite 935W projector
Epson Launches PowerLite 935W Ultra-Bright Classroom Projector
New Projector Delivers 3,700 Lumens with Full Connectivity and Network Capabilities
ORLANDO, Fla. (FETC, Booth #709) – Jan. 29, 2013 – Epson, the number-one selling projector brand worldwide1, today introduced the PowerLite® 935W projector designed for large classrooms and naturally bright rooms. The PowerLite 935W delivers ultra-bright images with 3,700 lumens of color brightness and 3,700 lumens of white brightness2 and full connectivity and network capabilities. The projector also offers WXGA (1280 x 800) resolution to allow teachers to fully leverage widescreen notebooks or tablets and widescreen DVD content.
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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 16th, 2013 admin
Epson PowerLite W16SK projector
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Until the first shipments in March of Epson’s new W16SK Projector, 3D projectors have been almost exclusively required active shutter glasses. That means to equip a classroom you need dozens of expensive glasses. Even in quantity good 3rd party glasses are likely $30-$40 plus at this time. With the potential of glasses disappearing, cost can become a very expensive problem for a school district, even after initial purchase.
Epson’s passive glasses – similar to those used in virtually all 3D movie theaters in the US are only $3 each, don’t require batteries or recharging, nor an IR or RF signal for syncing.
The Epson Powerlite W16SK projector system accomplishes this by consisting of two “stacked” projectors. This is an old trick. Back in the days when 50 pound projectors could barely produce 2000 lumens, two or more might be stacked to fill a large auditorium or similar venues.
One projector essentially projects the info for your right eye, the other the left. This is accomplished by the two lenses of the glasses, having opposite polarization. Bottom line, it works in movie theaters and it works in the classroom. You also get exceptional brightness 6000 lumens total in 2D, and 3000 lumens to each eye in 3D!
Up until now, to our knowledge, there was no passive system available from a manufacturer. Some integrators may have been doing stacked projectors on a very small scale. Epson’s W16SK, though, is a ready to go, manufacturer backed, 3D passive projector solution that can be implemented throughout a school, school district or even state wide through one of the big Education consortiums.
Below is the full press announcement of the W16SK.
Also below Epson is announcing a more traditional active 3D projector, the Powerlite W16.
Press Release
Epson Announces 3D Projectors Designed Specifically for Education
Epson PowerLite W16 and W16SK Deliver Ultra Bright, Affordable and High Quality
3D Projection to Broaden Learning Possibilities in Classrooms
LONG BEACH, Calif. – Jan. 16, 2013 – Epson, the number-one selling projector brand worldwide1, today introduced two 3D projector solutions designed to enhance the learning experience in classrooms – the PowerLite® W16 and W16SK. Epson is offering two 3D projection choices – one based on active 3D technology and the other on passive 3D technology – which both deliver three times brighter colors than most competitive projectors2, allowing 3D content to be easily viewed in typical, well-lit classroom settings. The projectors also offer a wide range of features including easy setup and connectivity options, bringing ease of use and convenience to the classroom at an affordable price point. The PowerLite W16 and W16SK will be shown at the Epson booth (#709) at FETC in Orlando, Fla., Jan. 28-31, 2013.
“Studies have shown that 3D in education is on the rise and 3D lessons increase student learning and retention3. Epson now offers a solution to help bring 3D into the classroom in a more affordable way,” said Sara Kim, associate product manager, K-12 Education Marketing, Epson America. “For example, whether faced with high ambient light or the need to provide affordable 3D glasses for all students, the Epson PowerLite W16SK addresses these challenges by delivering high quality and incredibly bright images, and leveraging technology that allows for inexpensive 3D glasses to be used for all content for every student.” Read the rest of this entry »
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January 14th, 2013 admin
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We recently reported that Pico projectors are the fastest growing segment of the projector market (according to Pacific Media). Vivitek has been at the forefront of this growing trend since the beginning. At CES, they introduced the Qumi Q7 with 3D-ready capabilities and 800 lumens, appealing to a wider consumer base than ever before.
P R E S S R E L E A S E
Vivitek Introduces Qumi Q7 LED Projector
Bright, LED based pico projector with 3D-ready capabilities
LAS VEGAS, January 8, 2013 –Vivitek Corporation, a leading manufacturer of innovative visual presentation products, introduces the latest in its line of Qumi LED-based pico projectors. The Q7, the company?s new Qumi product, increases Vivitek’s family of projection devices for a wide range of applications and expands its LED-based projectors.
Weighing in at 3.1 pounds, the Qumi Q7 delivers up to 800 lumens of brightness with an LED light source that gives it up to 30,000 hours of operation time. And, not only is it 3D-ready via Texas Instruments’ DLP® Link™, but the Q7 integrates 2D-to-3D content conversion technology for standard and Blu-Ray 3D playback. The Qumi Q7 features the unique touch sensitive button controls and sleek design that is familiar with the Qumi family of projectors. It is ready to be used with a variety of devices, including, but not limited to, digital cameras, laptops, smart phone and Read the rest of this entry »
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