Hitachi will release three new wireless 3LCD projectors in the US market, the CP-WX3014WN, CP-X3014WN and CP-X4014WN. These projectors provide networking capability, allowing them to be remotely controlled via a LAN network connection. Hitachi’s exclusive PJMan Projector Management software gives users the ability to operate and monitor these projectors from a remote location, and receive diagnostic information such as remaining lamp life. The Hitachi CP-WX3014WN offers a native WXGA resolution with a 3,000 lumens brightness, while the Hitachi CP-X3014WN has a XGA resolution and a 3,200 lumens brightness. And finally, the Hitachi CP-X4014WN comes with an XGA resolution and a 4,000 lumens brightness. All three projectors deliver an improved 3,000:1 contrast ratio. No word on pricing at this moment. [Akihabara]
Epson today introduced the VS410 and VS350W low-cost projectors. The VS410 offers a 4,000 lumens of color and white light output with XGA resolution, while the VS350W delivers a 3,500 lumens color and white light output with WXGA (1280 x 800) resolution for users looking to leverage widescreen notebooks and high-definition content. Both projectors provide easy-to-use connectivity and control features, including USB Plug ‘n Play, Instant On/Off and A/V Mute Slide. Additionally, the convenient A/V Mute Slide instantly turns off the sound and images to create a quick pause in the presentation, conserving lamp life and energy, and helping to save costs. The Epson VS410 and VS350W are priced at $899 and $949, respectively. [Press Release]
Epson has unveiled a couple of new portable and user-friendly projectors in the form of the PowerLite 1221 and PowerLite 1261W. Designed for small and medium-sized businesses, both projectors deliver a high-definition, widescreen WXGA resolution (16:10 aspect ratio), a true-to-life color, and a 2800 lumens of brightness, producing a good quality image even in rooms with lots of ambient light. The PowerLite 1221 and PowerLite 1261W also provide advanced connectivity options such as USB Plug ‘n Play for instantly projecting video and audio from computer via a USB connection and a digital HDMI connection to provide high-definition video content for powerful entertainment possibilities. These projectors are also compatible with both Mac and PC. [Akihabara]
Sharp has decided to launch the XV-Z17000 3D DLP projector in the Japanese market. The projector features an HDMI 1.4a port, a 30,000:1 contrast ratio, a 1,600 ANSI Lumens brightness, and a pair of 3D glasses. The Sharp XV-Z17000 3D DLP projector retails for 400,000 Yen or around $5,142. [Akihabara]
Epson will launch six new 3LCD business projectors in the Japanese market such as the EB-X14 (3,000 lumens, 1024×728), EB-W12 (2,800 lumens, 1280×800), EB-X12 (2,800 lumens, 1024×768), EB-S12 (2,800 lumens, 800×600), EB-S02 (2,600 lumens, 800×600), and EB-1880 (4,000 lumens, 1024×768). All models feature a new trapezoidal correction system on the top of the projector, allowing you to easily fine tune your projection. Epson will launch these 3LCD projectors in September 2011. No word on pricing at this moment. [Akihabara]
Panasonic today launched its first Full HD 3D home theater projector namely the PT-AE7000U. The optical system of the PT-AE7000U features a new 200-Watt Red-Rich Lamp and new LCD panels with larger aperture ratio for increased red luminance and brightness output. The combination of fully-optimized Pure Contrast Plates, Pure Color Filter Pro and Dynamic Iris Pro has resulted in a 300,000:1 contrast ratio and 2,000 lumens of brightness. The Panasonic PT-AE7000U will be launched in September 2011 for $3,499 a pop. [Press Release]
The InFocus IN1100 projector series is the perfect mobile projector for your Mac, iPad or PC. Weighing at only 2.7lbs, the projector is equipped with either an XGA (1024 x 768) or a WXGA (1280 x 800) resolution for HD projection without scaling, up to 2200 lumens of brightness, HDMI, VGA, s-video and composite connections. The InFocus IN1100 projector series is priced at between $975 to $1099. [InFocus]
BenQ will release the MX660P DLP projector in the Japanese market. Weighing at only 2.65 Kg, the projector features a 2000 ANSI lumens, an HDMI 1.3 port, 3D video support, an XGA resolution and a 5000:1 contrast ratio. The BenQ MX660P DLP projector will be launched on August 3rd, 2011 for 64,800 Yen($819). [BenQ Japan]
M-Vision today launched the Cine 230 digital projector, which is ideal for home theater. This projector features a 1,000 ANSI lumens, a gorgeous 3,000:1 contrast, a 1080p full HD support and two HDMI ports. The M-Vision Cine 230 digital projector is priced at $7,000. [Product Page]
Vivitek has started shipping the Vivitek Qumi HD, which is known as the world’s first pocket-sized LED HD 3D-ready pico projector. The projector features a 300 Lumens of brightness, a 2500:1 of contrast ratio, a mini-HDMI and a universal 24-pin connector for VGA or component connections. Its LED light is designed to provide up to 30,000-hour of operation time. The Vivitek Qumi HD LED 3D pocket projector is now available for $499 a pop. [Geeky Gadgets]
