InFocus continues its development of projectors for private and business use. The latest InFocus projector series are made for conference rooms and classrooms. The InFocus IN3900 series should be a useful projector which allows users to annotate, append and highlight projected content wirelessly through an optional LifeBoard Wand which is certainly something that can make gatherings and meetings informative and precise. And as most projectors in the market, the new IN3900 series don’t need a PC. A USB will do for this projector that boasts of 3,000 lumens and WXGA native resolutions.

There are two models under the InFocus IN3900 series. They are the IN3902 (XGA, 1024×768) and the IN3904 (WXGA, 12800×800). Both are currently available.

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NEC announces another entry-level projector suited for educational institutions and businesses with the network-ready NEC NP610. The NEC NP610 projector boasts of 3500 lumens and comes with various connectivity options that include DVI-I, BGA and 3 audio inputs and a variable output. It also features a 1024×768 XGA and a 500:1 contrast ratio. The lamp life is good for 5000 hours of us and also has a RJ45 connection which should provide flexibility for users to make remote diagnostics and adjustments when needed.

The NEC NP610 projector is set to be shipped by November and will retail for about $1,499.00.

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Sanyo unveils another projector that should provide rich color for people looking at improved projection. The Sanyo LP-FX1000 dual lamp projector boasts of Sanyo’s QuaDrive Engine technology which should deliver the level of brightness people are looking for. It can deliver up to 12,000 lumens and features a 4,000:1 high contrast ratio. No word on pricing yet but the projector can be checked out at the GITEX Technology Week 2009 in Dubai.

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I caught a press release about a couple new projectors from Sanyo that’ll actually prove pretty surprising.  The projectors in question are called the PLC-XM150/150L and the PLC-XM100/100L, and they’re projecting at incredible levels.

The PLC-XM100/100L puts out at an incredible five thousand lumens, and is considered a high brightness projector.  But the PLC-XM150/150L is actually rated as the current highest brightness projector in its class, with an output of a positively stunning six thousand lumens.  Six thousand lumens is enough projector for an auditorium or similarly sized venue.

How’d they get that brightness level?  It’s actually kind of simple–they used an inorganic liquid crystal panel with their newly developed optical engine and added on a fresh kind of cooling technology to give the projectors the ability to throw light at incredible levels.

It’s plain to see, and in the light of six thousand lumens that’s both figurative AND literal, that these new Sanyos are going to be pretty close to top of the line for that level of projection.

Digital Projection International unveils their latest DLP projector with the M-Vision Cine LED. The new DLP projector boasts of a 3-chip color saturation with image fidelity that produces up to 600 lumens and a 10,000:1 contrast ratio. Ideal for any environmental setting, the M-Vision Cine LED delivers a great mix of rich color saturation and vivid contrast via its small compact chassis. Connectivity includes two HDMI inputs, as well as RGB via D-15, component, composite and S-Video inputs. The M-Vision Cine LED DLP projector retails between $15,995 and $16,995, largely dependent on the lens selected.

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Since Epson is busy coming out with new projectors in the market, their old projectors don’t have to be set aside to make way for these new ones. And for the people who have defective projectors, it may all be in the lamp. Just in case, here is a suitable replacement lamp for the Powerlite S1+ projector for your use.

The Epson V13H010L29 Replacement Lamp for PowerLite S1+ Projector carries an average life of 2,000 hours and comes with a 132-watt UHE design. It produces 1,200 ANSI lumens of brightness and comes with a 90 day warranty.

Price: $161.23

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Epson unveils another potential home theater projector for people looking to enjoy HD quality movies with the Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 705HD. Pegged at an affordable price of $749.99, this projector is another addition to Epsons’ 3LCD home theater projectors which provide a versatile 720p HD solution to go with the current crop of home theater equipment consumers already have.

The Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 705HD boasts of 2,500 lumens of color and a while light output ideal for viewing and gaming needs. It has four pre-set color modes optimized for video, as well as HDMI connectivity and a USB 2.0 connection for sharing photos and slideshows.

The Epson PowerLite Home Cinema 705HD projector will be available starting October at Epson online store or local retailers.

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The number of people who have grown addicted to karaoke has been astounding and for people who want their own system so that they can sing all they want should consider this new Epson karaoke projector. The Epson EH-DMR Karaoke projector is a portable projector that plays from SB, HDMI, PC, TV tuner, digital cameras and MP3 players. You can even use the integrated DVD slot for further song selections and simply plug your microphone to the mic jack and then start singing your favorite songs at will.

The EPSON EH-DMR Karaoke projector includes 2 x 10W built-in speakers and boasts of a 3,000:1 contrast and 2,000 lumens of brightness. It retails for £579 and will be available this November.

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Epson offers another potential multimedia projector for business or personal use with the Epson EX50 3LCD Multimedia Projector. This Epson projector comes with advanced 3LCD and a plug and play project USB setup.

The Epson EX50 projector features a native XGA resolution and is HD ready. It also boasts of 2200 lumens color and 2200 lumens white light and comes with an instant on/off or direct power on/off option. This projector is ideal for delivering presentations or watching videos on a larger display according to your preference.

Price: $649.99

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Epson has been known to carry worthy and reliable LCD projectors for home and business use. And for the people and organizations looking to get one, the Epson PowerLite S3 LCD Projector should be an LCD projector worth considering.

The Epson PowerLite S3 LCD Projector features an 800×600 SVGA resolution that delivers 1600 lumens aimed at entertainment and presentations of consumers today.

The Epson projector makes use of Epson’s “3LCD” technology to ensure accurate color and saturation. It also has a time-saving instant off feature and is HDTV ready. Upon purchase, the item comes with a full-featured remote control.

Price: $1,749.99

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Sanyo plans to unveil the brightest mobile projector yet. Scheduled to be released in Japan, Sanyo is unveiling the Sanyo LP-XU106 projector, featuring 4,000 lumens and weighs just under 4 kg.

The specs of the Sanyo LP-XU106 mobile projector include a contrast ratio of 1000:1, a 275W lamp, LAN features, mono speakers and a keystone function which aids users at instances where images cannot be immediately shown at the front screen.

The projector is expected to come out this November for $5,800. No word on its availability internationally though.

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Optoma offers a 720p HD projector which boasts of solid brightness through a 1600 lumens and 4000:1 contrast ratio DLP home theater projector. The Optoma HD65 720p DLP Home Theater Projector highlights light and color processing technologies that deliver remarkable picture quality and contrast levels.

It is encased in a sleek form factor that weight about 4 pounds with an extensive array of connectivity options. The Optoma HD65 delivers the vivid and the vibrant in picture performance and image quality that home theater consumers are looking for which should be a great solution to their home entertainment needs.

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Optoma continues to unveil projectors for home theater and business needs with three new models in the Korean market. The three new models are the following:

• S522 (790,000 KRW)
• ES526 (850,000 KRW)
• EX536 (1,150,000 KRW)

The new Optoma projector are said to support 2,800 ANSI lumens and a 3000:1 contrast ratio. They are certain to be a great addition for the home theater setting to provide larger visual displays. They can also be great for boardrooms or classrooms for better presentation visual needs.

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Optoma releases two new HD projectors, the Optoma HD20 and the ThemeScene HD86, offering full 1080p HD resolutions with DLP technology. Both projectors are great options for people gearing up for a home theater setup, boasting as well of projectors that can give back value for the consumer’s money.

For instance, the Optoma HD20 is the first projector to break the £900 barrier, yet you get 500:1 ANSI contrast, 1700 ANSI lumens and 2 x HDMI inputs.

On the other hand, for people who can afford the high-end projectors, the Optoma ThemeScene HD86 is a logical choice. It boasts of 700:1 ANSI contrast and 3 x HDMI input features that should be able to deliver the needed visualization quality people would demand for at a £4,499 set price.

The HD20 is set to be released this July while the HD86 follows in August.

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Hitachi unveils three new projectors which can be suitable for the business and educational sectors. Lead by a short-throw 3LCD projector, Hitachi joins the fray of projector manufacturing companies determined to gain a fair market share of the projection manufacturing market.

Among the new projectors include the CP-D10. This is the short throw projector suited for the classroom environment which can project for around 3 feet with an 80” image. It features closed-captioning functionality, input source naming and AMX Device Discovery technology.

Another projector, the CP-D10, offers 2,000 ANSI lumens of brightness and a 500:1 contrast ratio. It boasts of a 4,000-hour hybrid filter for maintenance, a PIN lock, transition detector and Kensington slot.
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NEC Display Solutions of America brings the world of projectors to another level with the launch of four new digital installation projectors. The new projectors that comprise the new NP series are the:

• NP3250 ($3,999)
• NP3250W ($3,999)
• NP2250 ($3,499)
• NP1250 ($2,999)

These new power-packed projectors will be on hand at the InfoComm09 in Orlando from June 17 to 19.

The NP3250, NP3250W, NP2250 and NP1250 are equipped with Integrated Device Technology HQV processing, a high-performance video processing/scaling system designed for computer signals, as well as standard or high-definition video.

The vertical and horizontal lens shift feature and optional quick-mount lenses allow flexible projector placement to suit the needs of the room, creating a screen size from 40 inches to 500 inches.

Features:

• 1024 x 768 native resolution (1280 x 800 WXGA native resolution for NP3250W)
• 600:1 contrast ratio (500:1 for NP3250W)
• Brightness for NP3250 at 5,000 lumens, NP3250W at 4,000 lumens, NP2250 at 4,200 lumens and NP1250 at 3,700 lumens
• Power consumption of 490-watts for NP3250/NP3250W and 460-watts for NP1250/NP2250
• 3D Reform with geometry correction, which allows the user to square the image by adjusting horizontally, vertically or diagonally when the projector cannot be placed parallel or perpendicular to the screen
• Advanced AccuBlend, which ensures detailed images when non-native resolution sources are connected to the projector
• AutoSense, which automatically syncs with any computer signal and features one-touch image optimization
• Built-in wall color correction presets, which provide for adaptive color tone correction to display properly on non-white surfaces

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Here is another potential projector that is suitable for business and home entertainment systems. The Optoma EP1690 is a digital projector suitable for wide-screen laptops and DVDs requiring HD content. It boasts of great bright pictures with a 2500:1 contrast ratio.

This projector is stylish, lightweight and versatile which provides people with a handy projector flexible enough to answer a user’s needs. This is a projector that should come in handy for any occasion, a great alternative if you are staying away for the projectors carrying a heavy price tag due to branding issues.

Features:

• 16:9 WXGA (1280 x 768) widescreen display for work and play versatility
• DarkChip2 DLP technology ensures that images don’t fade or degrade over time
• Bright and crisp picture quality with 2500 lumens and 2500:1 contrast ratio
• Extensive connectivity options, including DVI with HDCP and four audio and video inputs
• Innovative wind tunnel cooling system delivers whisper quiet operation and prevents light leakage

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InFocus has been a familiar name in the world of visual projection and its latest meeting room model, the IN3108 has reportedly started shipping. This new offering from InFocus is a powerhouse of innovative features packed in an appealing high gloss casing.

This Wide XGA (1280 x 800) native model offers DisplayLink for Windows and Mac—enabling users to “connect and project” instantly over USB connection and also features ProjectorNet 3.0 networking capabilities when used with the ProjectorNet Adaptor. In addition, the IN3108 boasts 3,500 lumens with DLP BrilliantColor™ for bright presentations with true-to-life colors.

The IN3108 also comes equipped with the InFocus Dynamic Messaging System (DMS), which is an internal broadcast solution that allows for instant onscreen display of messages to networked InFocus projectors. This state of the art projection solution can run 24/7 and has the quick start convenience of LiteSwitch, InFocus’ Instant On/Off feature which effectively reduces downtime between meetings.

The IN3108 also features an array of connectivity options such as HDMI, RS-232, VGA ports, and a Wireless-Ready port for LiteShow II Wireless to ensure that the IN3108 can project from any video source or wireless computer. A projection range of 5-36 feet allows installation flexibility in nearly any room.

The InFocus IN3108 is now available with prices starting at $1,999 through exclusive InFocus partners.

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Viewsonic launches a new and cost-friendly DLP projector with the PJD6210. This one is designed to be lightweight and portable, which most DLP’s typically are. The PJD6210 has a good brightness level of 2200 lumens along with Viewsonic’s BrilliantColor technology with a very simple interface making it easy for even novice users to operate.

Visual aids that are done with the use of projectors is quite common these days and for companies like InFocus, the need to be a step ahead with features is a need. The illumination and lumens are important but so are added features such as providing real time interactivity to which the audience can have a better and detailed way of understanding presentations made.

According to Jim Hirsch, associate superintendent for Academic and Technology Service at the Plano Independent School District, “The technologies that are most quickly adopted in classrooms are those that allow students to participate and collaborate. InFocus’ interactive projector will be beneficial to both the teachers and students — making everyday learning engaging and fun.”

InFocus’ interactive projector will be generally available at the end of 2009. Additional information on InFocus’ beta program and its partner network will be announced in the coming months.

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