Sanyo PLC-XK3010

Sanyo has a wide range of projectors and its PLC-XK3010 is aimed squarely at the business and education market.

Based around a 3-panel LCD lamp, this is an amazingly bright device that comes with a 3000 ANSI lumens rating and 2000:1 contrast ratio.

In terms of design, the black and cream two-tone black casing is rather large and boxy, but it feels reassuringly rugged to the touch.

The lens is housed inside the unit and accessed via a lens cover that you need to manually pull out. The zoom and focus rings are also neatly recessed in the body, so there's little risk of damage when transporting this projector.

With an overall weight of 2.9kg, the PLC-XK3010 is quite large. While this limits the overall portability of the device, we found that for sharing between classrooms or meeting rooms it's more than practical.

When you start to set up this projector you'll find it comes with automatic keystone correction, so in most instances you won't need to use the menu controls on the top of the unit.

Controls on the back are something of a mixed bag. It has two VGA ports and an Ethernet socket, but no HDMI connector for high-definition use.

When it came to testing, the projected image was big and bright, and we found a great deal of warmth to images projected, especially when running video.

With a noise rating of 29dB, it's the quietest device in this group and the only one we didn't need to drop down into eco-mode to make more practical in quieter meeting conditions.

We really like the Sanyo PLC-XK3010. Sure, it's not the most portable of projectors, nor the ports the most flexible. However, the brightness and image quality make it a great choice for anyone keen to make the right impression no matter the lighting conditions.

Christie(r) Partner to Bring Digital Cinema to a Theater Near You

Harkness Screens, the world's leading manufacturer of cinema screens, and Christie(r), a world leader in digital cinema projection, have teamed up to help exhibitors more easily transition from film to digital projection. With the transition to 3D well underway in many auditoria, exhibitors are now turning their attention to the remainder of their cinema estates and planning to convert their film auditoriums to digital. In doing so, exhibitors are making a tradeoff between the many known benefits of digital cinema and its higher costs.

With Harkness' Perlux Screens and Christie's 4K Projectors, exhibitors can help cut operating costs roughly in half, as gain screens use smaller lamps that are cheaper, last longer and consume less power. With almost 20,000 digital cinema projectors installed worldwide, Christie's DLP Cinema solutions are tested and proven, with the most installations worldwide and an unmatched 99.999% reliability rating for the projector lamps - the key component of a digital cinema projector.

There is often too little known about the full cost burden, and it is primarily focused on the costs associated with equipment acquisition, often ignoring the impact on total cost of ownership (TCO). TCO, the ongoing cost of operating a digital cinema, is known to be higher than film projection, though the true extent may be hidden at the time of acquisition. Projector maintenance, lamp cost and rate of lamp replacement are all increased, as are lamp and HVAC power consumption and maintenance. These factors can all be managed by smart upfront design and rigorous manufacturing processes.

Canon Launches High-Brightness Multimedia LCD Projectors

Canon U.S.A. has launched five high-performance multimedia LCD projectors that render

long lamp and filter life. Small-business owners, sales representatives and educators

stand to benefit by using these LCD projectors.

The LV-8225 is Canon's latest LCD model that features a widescreen with WXGA-

resolution. Another key feature of the high brightness LCD projectors that proves

useful for presentation professionals is the easy-to-use auto set-up function.

Canon's latest range of multimedia LCD projectors proves to be an affordable and

convenient option for end-users. The wide angle projection lens with 1.2x zoom

delivers clear and bright images. The manual zoom and focus feature enables users to

customize projection settings.

The LCD projectors have video, audio and PC connections to assure compatibility with

various display sources. Other useful features include ease of installation and quiet

operation. The auto set-up features of the multimedia LCD projectors allow automatic

synchronization of the projector's display with the pixel configuration of the

computer screen.

Stop Your Projector From Breaking By Using This Top New Product

To support your valuable projector, you must use a bracket which comes with the best quality like the construction and durability. You do not want to have your business presentation paused as the projector bracket falls your projector. For the worst consequence, it might harm you if you are unintentionally underneath the device. Thus make sure that you get the one with sturdy construction for security.

We advise the VideoSecu PJ2W 1CA for you because of the construction and features. You may consider the following information to ensure you get recommendations before you determine any projector bracket to order. Save your projector by installing the unit with a reliable bracket with tough construction. This can indirectly support your business presentation and entertainment in your home theatre room.

This bracket is designed with adaptable mounting system that you can use for many projector models. The construction is made to fit any ceiling. This tool can be tilted and rolled to adjust each other. It is much easier if it is compared to the clumsier adjustments that are needed for ball-and-socket mounts. You are able to adjust the height between projector and the ceiling easily, from 16.9 to 25.6 inches.

It comes with an adaptable channel and ceiling plate. This enables the projector to be mounted at an adjustable height from the ceiling. The construction can help you adjust the swivel to go up or down, left or right to get an accurate display. The mounting interface comes with four double-jointed supporting arms which allow flexible positioning to reach nearly every mounting point of the projector.

Additionally, every arm can be positioned to avoid covering important projector ventilation and access points that are used for lamp and air filter replacement. This reduces heat build-up and boosts lamp life. Its solid structure allows the mount to positively hold the projector fixed at nearly any angle.

Another specialty by using this bracket is that you will not find any difficulty in the process of installation as this one is created with features to support easy installation. When you order this tool, you will get extension poll. The extra extension adaptor is also included with mounting arms removable and extendable. For the optimum load, with durable steel design, this bracket can accommodate projector with weight up to 40 lbs, or equals to 20 kilos. Other features of this projector bracket are integrated cable management and exclusive anti-slip adjustment system.

To summarize, strong construction is essential for any appliances that are mounted to ceiling. It is for safety of the device and you. As a projector is not a low cost equipment you need to keep it very carefully, so the bracket should come with quality including the durability and design. Be sure that your business presentation works well with this projector bracket. At last, we concern the price as this is one important aspect to take into consideration before one decides to purchase something. Without sacrificing the quality, you can get the VideoSecu PJ2W 1CA in economical price.

From Bulky Machines to the 'SixthSense': Projector Lamps Have Come a Long Way

With only four years out of college, it's hard to imagine the classroom tools and methods I used on my path toward a bachelor's degree are almost extinct. Gone are the days of taking notes on white, lined paper, as they've been replaced by high-tech laptops and tablets. Meanwhile, students are able to "check in" with their teacher through telepresence and online sessions – right from the comfort of their dorm rooms (pajamas, anyone?)

Go even further back in time, and it's hard to forget my elementary school days – pre-PowerPoint presentation – when teachers displayed slides of images and text on white pull-down screens using old-fashioned DLP and LCD projectors. Who can forget the monotonous humming sound that emanated from these pre-historic machines, better yet the simplicity of turning a dial to take you to the next slide?

Flash up to the present, and projectors, as well as the bulbs used to power them, are nowhere near where they originated. They've come a long way, starting as bulky machines that over the years transformed into less bulkier machines often seen on conference tables and in entertainment spaces, and eventually molding into what they are today: innovative, creative and often portable devices that resemble something out of an action movie.

Technology innovators are racing to bring fresh, revolutionary projector lamp inventions to the market, some of which include watches, cell phones that display images, smartphone devices and others in true James Bond fashion, according to MyProjectorLamps.com.

One recent innovative projector lamp to come to fruition is a portable projector that takes the functions of a basic projector lamp to a whole new level. Fittingly called "SixthSense," users can perform "out of this world" tasks, including dialing a phone number from the palm of your hand and snapping photos that can be displayed on any surface imaginable. Even further, it functions almost like an application, as it provides users with helpful information when it comes to purchasing products.

In a video demo of the new product, Pattie Maes, one of the experts to spearhead the revolutionary projector product, categorizes this invention as a way to have easy access to relevant information for making optimal decisions without requiring the user to change his or her behavior.

Using a camera, projector, mirror, colored caps and a simple phone, all placed on the user's body, these components communicate with each other to interact with any surface. For example, the camera is able to recognize natural movements performed on the finger caps that help the user perform everyday tasks such as reading a map or reviewing a picture previously taken on any surface, even your own hand!

"It really can act as one of these sixth sense devices that gives you relevant information of what is in front of you," said Maes, who further explained how consumers can use this projector creation to obtain product reviews and further information by simply scanning an item with the components.

This creation is also perfect for those judgmental people out there, whom can see words associated with another person through the information posted on their personal blogs, social networking sites, etc. Though controversial, it's pretty clever! If only we had this during our lecture halls…

Acer launches pico LED projector

PC giant Acer has today launched its first pico LED projector.

The C20 is a DLP (digital light processing) technology projector with WVGA (800×480-pixel) resolution with built-in HDMI and USB input.

Output brightness is 20 ANSI lumens and the device will operate for two hours on its built-in battery. LED lamp life is rated at 20,000 hours.

It's available now $349. An optional 15-inch screen sells for $49.

ANALYSIS: The main problem with all of these pico projectors is the lack of light output. The 20 ANSI Lumens on offer here appears no different. You'll need a darkened room to get a decent image. The fact this one offers 16:9 aspect ratio output is a plus on most that offer 640×480-pixel resolution only, but the basic issue is you” struggle to get enough light out of one of these.

If you're considering something to give a bigger-than-TV image on a budget, there are a number of SVGA (800×600-pixel) DLP projectors including Acer's own X1161 with 2500 ANSI lumen output selling for as little as $550 in Australian online. Replacement lamp costs are usually an issue with high-output projectors with replacement lamps lasting around 4000 hours and costing $200 or more. It depends on what you're looking for.

MyProjectorLamps Maintains Industry Position with International Outreach

It was late 2010 when online projector lamp retailer, MyProjectorLamps, maintained its

position in the projector lamp industry by announcing a new, international range of domains

for serving greater Europe, Russia, the Middle East, Australia and South America. This is the

second wide-ranging addition to the company's purchasing interface to occur during the first

half of 2010.

As TMC (News - Alert) Contributor, Erin Monda, reported, “The projector lamp website

displays important information regarding purchase in 13 additional languages like Norwegian,

Swedish, Danish, Finnish, Portuguese, Italian, Czech, Hungarian, Greek, Russian, Turkish,

Hebrew and Arabic. MyProjectorLamps President, Michael Newman, hopes that with this the

company will now be able to reach deeper into these new markets and build lasting

partnerships for the long-term growth of his company.”

MyProjectorLamps is now shifting its international approach from a digital interface to

customer support centers, as it opens its Australian projector lamp distribution and customer

support center. The expansion is aimed at serving Australia, New Zealand and the overall

pacific region better.

With the opening of the new office comes MyProjectorLamps' high level of customer service and

support, which means that customers buying within the region will now have access to local

telephone support, quick and inexpensive delivery, and trusted high-quality projector lamps.

MyProjectorLamps.com is the supplier of projector lamps for more than 5000 DLP and LCD

projectors. Projector Lamps are shipped to each and every country in the world from North

America and Europe using FedEx and TNT services. MyProjectorLamps is a privately held company

which provides the buyer with the option to either buy the pre-assembled projector lamp in

the plastic housing or just the bare projector lamp, hence enabling the buyer to save

hundreds of dollars on their purchase.

Most of these projector lamps are priced under $300 and last between 1,500 and 3,000 hours.

While the Australian economy continues to boom and prices of retail products continue to

skyrocket, with four regional offices MyProjectorLamps is able to use its global projector

lamp purchasing power to keep its prices low, while providing quality maintenance and great

customer service.

MyProjectorLamps offers projector lamp trade accounts to Resellers, Government and

Educational Institutions, and Worship Centers. TMC’s Projector Lamp channel is where you can

learn more about projector lamps in these verticals, as well as the use of project lamps in

childhood expression and green initiatives.

BenQ Launches 6 New Projectors With Extra Long Lamp Life

BenQ's wide range of feature rich projectors give options for customers to choose according to their needs, while still focus on delivering robust presentation and enhancing experience in effective communication.

Designed to keep audiences engaged during presentations, the newly launched models from BenQ offers value-driven, eco-friendly projectors ideal for education and small-to-medium-sized business environments. These models deliver remarkably bright images and feature wired and wireless (optional) networking, HDMI and USB inputs, high contrast (3000:1 to 5000:1) and up to 6000 hours of lamp life. Light output also range from 2500 to 3200 ANSI lumens ensuring great viewing for small-medium size rooms even in normal lighting conditions.

MX660- Flexible and Durable for All Settings
Featuring XGA resolution with 3200 ANSI lumens and 5000:1 high contrast ratio, BenQ MX660 is perfect projector in all settings. MX660 also offers USB Display and Wireless Display for ultra-smooth connection, USB Reader PC-less presentation and 3D Ready projection to keep the presentation lookin' great.
MS614- Versatile Projection for Multiple Use

Featuring SVGA resolution, 2700 ANSI lumens and 5000:1 contrast ratio with 3D projection technology, the MS614 offers truly outstanding picture performance for every setting. Together with USB Display, Wireless Display and USB Reader options, the ultra versatile BenQ MS614 meets every projection need.

MS510 & MX511- The best value choice for small-medium space
Both MS510 & MX511 makes the perfect projector choice for everyday life - in business, education & even at home. MS510 offers high contrast ratio of 4000:1 with SVGA resolution and the MX511 projector comes with a contrast ratio of 3000:1 with XGA resolution. Featuring an impressive brightness of 2700 ANSI lumens, both projectors offer a stunning presentation with the finest details regardless of the ambient light level.

NEC Display Solutions Introduces PA Series Projectors for Installation Projects

An abundance of new features have been included in the PA Series that improve its quality over its preceding models in the NP Installation Series. The center lens design of these four new models is an advancement that makes retrofitting existing installations easier and more cost effective. The new chassis also provides enhanced connectivity with HDMI and DisplayPort inputs, allowing greater flexibility during use. Premiering in NEC's projector lineup is Crestron Roomview, which allows users to directly connect their projector to the managed network for monitoring and control. With a brightness level ranging from 5000 to 6000 lumens and an offering of three different native resolutions, the PA Series is a complement to any large room requiring demanding AV support. The virtually maintenance-free projectors, with up to 4000 hours of lamp and filter life, lower users' total cost of ownership and lengthen the projectors' lifecycle.

Additionally, these four new models offer stacking capability, which allows up to four projectors to be stacked vertically or horizontally to boost the image brightness up to 24,000 lumens. This feature is an asset to larger-sized screens and environments with additional ambient light. With Integrated Device Technology HQV, a high-performance video processing and scaling system, users can present with superior image quality using the technology's pixel-based, motion-adaptive de-interlacing to remove undesirable motion artifacts. Additionally, selectable ECO Mode technology extends each projector's lamp life by up to 50 percent, while eco-conscious features like quick start (3 to 4 seconds), auto power on and direct power-off further advance the projector's lifetime.

"These advanced models provide the most connectivity and control options of any NEC multimedia projectors, from their DisplayPort input to their integrated networking capabilities," said Rich McPherson, Product Manager of projectors for NEC Display Solutions. "The vast amount of aptitude displayed in the new PA Series gives users what they need to effectively present day in and day out. The added bonus of security features in these projectors allows system administrators to feel at ease installing throughout a school campus or corporate headquarters, and subsequently controlling the projectors remotely."

The PA Series is packed with integrated networking functions, such as RJ45 for quick connection to the LAN and high-speed wireless. Windows Network Projector, Windows Remote Desktop, Windows Network Drive Function and Windows Media Connection Function are just a few of the networking tools that allow users to connect to the shared network, control a networked computer through the projector's USB input and display multimedia files.

ASUS Introduces the P1 LED Projector at CeBIT 2011

Hanover, Germany ? The ASUS P1 LED projector offers a product intended for business and entertainment use with a compact size, a height of just 33mm, 200-lumen brightness and a native resolution of 1280 x 800. It incorporates LED projection technology to help users reduce maintenance costs with its lamp lifespan up to four times longer than conventional projectors. Instant on/off capabilities and power input sharing with ASUS notebooks help make the P1 a great choice for all presentation needs.

High mobility and improved image precisionThe P1 offers the slimmest projector with 200-lumen brightness, resulting in a combination of unprecedented portability and extra-bright image quality. The form factor measures 113mm x 33mm x 128mm, more compact than the typical CD jewel case and an easy fit in any briefcase. The P1 weighs less than 400g, and has been designed with productivity and office work in mind, as it can be effortlessly transported between meeting venues. This does not come at the expense of image fidelity: the P1 projects visuals in a native resolution of 1280 x 800 and a short throw ratio of 1.16:1, ensuring compatibility with most notebook PCs. Therefore, a 40" image can be achieved with the projector positioned just over a meter away from the display surface, guaranteeing sharp images that do justice to any application and presentation. Additionally, the P1 uses the same power input used on ASUS notebooks*, reducing clutter by eliminating the need for extra cables and adapters.

Easy access to content With plug and play implemented, the P1 features a user-friendly on-screen interface for control settings, and works with a variety of multimedia content sources. It is capable of displaying on screens ranging in size from 15" to 200" for different applications. A 1600:1 contrast ratio allows text and graphics to be shown in crisp and vivid detail. Connectivity with other devices occurs via a wide I/O range, including USB 2.0, composite and VGA. The built-in SD card reader and integrated media player interface provide additional means to view content independently of a PC. For audio output, the P1 includes a high quality 2-watt speaker**.

Energy-efficient projection technologyThe LED lighting design applied in the P1 promotes conservation in comparison to traditional lamp projection technologies. It enables instant on/off switching with no prolonged warm-up or cool-down periods, leading to cost savings for consumers as well as a faster, more readily-accessible product. The use of mercury-free LED lighting further prolongs component lifespan, eliminating the need for frequent lamp replacement and offering users the benefit of reduced operating costs while protecting the environment. The P1’s design ensures a lamp life of around 30,000 hours, approximately four times longer than conventional products. Total power draw averages a low 50 watts.

ASUS Introduces the P1 LED Projector

The ASUS P1 LED projector offers a product intended for business and entertainment

use with a compact size, a height of just 33mm, 200-lumen brightness and a native

resolution of 1280 x 800. It incorporates LED projection technology to help users

reduce maintenance costs with its lamp lifespan up to four times longer than

conventional projectors. Instant on/off capabilities and power input sharing with

ASUS notebooks help make the P1 a great choice for all presentation needs.

High mobility and improved image precision

The P1 offers the slimmest projector with 200-lumen brightness, resulting in a

combination of unprecedented portability and extra-bright image quality. The form

factor measures 113mm x 33mm x 128mm, more compact than the typical CD jewel case and

an easy fit in any briefcase. The P1 weighs less than 400g, and has been designed

with productivity and office work in mind, as it can be effortlessly transported

between meeting venues. This does not come at the expense of image fidelity: the P1

projects visuals in a native resolution of 1280 x 800 and a short throw ratio of

1.16:1, ensuring compatibility with most notebook PCs. Therefore, a 40” image can be

achieved with the projector positioned just over a meter away from the display

surface, guaranteeing sharp images that do justice to any application and

presentation. Additionally, the P1 uses the same power input used on ASUS notebooks*,

reducing clutter by eliminating the need for extra cables and adapters.

Easy access to content

With plug and play implemented, the P1 features a user-friendly on-screen interface

for control settings, and works with a variety of multimedia content sources. It is

capable of displaying on screens ranging in size from 15” to 200” for different

applications. A 1600:1 contrast ratio allows text and graphics to be shown in crisp

and vivid detail. Connectivity with other devices occurs via a wide I/O range,

including USB 2.0, composite and VGA. The built-in SD card reader and integrated

media player interface provide additional means to view content independently of a

PC. For audio output, the P1 includes a high quality 2-watt speaker**.

Energy-efficient projection technology

The LED lighting design applied in the P1 promotes conservation in comparison to

traditional lamp projection technologies. It enables instant on/off switching with no

prolonged warm-up or cool-down periods, leading to cost savings for consumers as well

as a faster, more readily-accessible product. The use of mercury-free LED lighting

further prolongs component lifespan, eliminating the need for frequent lamp

replacement and offering users the benefit of reduced operating costs while

protecting the environment. The P1’s design ensures a lamp life of around 30,000

hours, approximately four times longer than conventional products. Total power draw

averages a low 50 watts.

New HD projector provides full 3D home cinema experience

Acer has expanded its HD-ready home cinema projector range with a new product that

makes it possible for viewers to enjoy immersive 3D visuals in their own homes.

The Acer H5360BD delivers full HD 3D imagery by connecting directly to a 3D Blu-ray

player, console or 3D PC.

Thanks to its innovative use of stereoscopic 3D technology, this projector offers

viewers a cinema-like 3D home entertainment experience.

The full 3D experience is made possible with high (120 Hz) refresh rates that can add

depth to the flat surface of the projector screen.

Plus, with its native 720p resolution (1280x720) and 16:9 aspect ratio, the Acer

H5360BD is capable of displaying a 1080p resolution image in 24 frames per second,

providing a visual experience similar to watching a movie in the cinema.

Features include the 2500 ANSI Lumens brightness and 3200:1 contrast radio, which

ensure crystal-clear images and sharp details. Meanwhile, a built-in speaker adds

quality sound to enhance entertainment.

Acer's ColorBoost II+ technology, featuring an optimised six-segment colour wheel

design, a powerful image processor and an advanced lamp waveform, improves colour

performance achieving images with natural and balanced shades.

The H5360BD comes with a five-year warranty on the DLP chip and a one-year warranty on

the projector lamp without hour limit.