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"IT managers have a lot in common with Rodney Dangerfield: they get no respect," said David Woolf, Senior Marketing Director of NEC Solutions America. "That is why NEC created a micro-site catering to the unique needs of the IT Manager, with a great incentive -- a plasma display!"

The "IT Guy" game site includes tips and tricks for managing projectors and plasma displays, answers to their most frequently asked questions, a glossary of commonly used technical terms in the display market ... and most importantly, an online gaming competition where they can blow off steam and win one of four 61" plasma displays!

To play the online games, simply visit http://www.necitguy.com. The "IT guy" -- or girl -- with the highest score for each of the four games wins an NEC 61XR3 plasma display. The promotion runs from April 1 through September 30, 2005 and is geared toward (but not limited to) education, government and corporate IT managers.

Four fun and challenging games will be offered without interruption throughout the following dates:

• Hardware Hurl (Shotput) April 1-May 13, 2005
• Projector Protector (Kaboom) May 16-July 1, 2005
• Office Obstacles (Hurdles) July 5-August 12, 2005
• Cube Luge (Luge) August 15-September 30, 2005

The highest score will be announced on http://www.necitguy.com immediately following each game, and the winner also will be contacted by phone.

NEC features the broadest line of product with crystal clear images that work every time. For further information on NEC's commercial and residential lines of projectors and plasma displays, please visit http://www.necvisualsystems.com or call 1-800-NEC-INFO.

About NEC Solutions (America), Inc.
NEC Solutions (America), Inc., is a premier provider of integrated solutions for the Connected Enterprise in North America. As an affiliate of NEC Corporation (Nasdaq: NIPNY) (FTSE: 6701q.1), NEC Solutions America taps into a global resource network to help clients leverage technology to achieve a competitive edge. Providing mobile enterprise computing systems, biometric security solutions, business intelligence, projector and plasma display solutions, business service management and IT professional services, NEC Solutions America delivers its expertise with the personal attention needed to address individual situations. With headquarters in Rancho Cordova, Calif., NEC Solutions America maintains research, marketing, sales and support facilities throughout the United States. Information regarding NEC Solutions America can be found at http://www.necsam.com

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Charlie White has a review of the InFocus ScreenPlay SP5000 LCD projector at macdesignpro.com. If you are looking for a HDTV compatible projector aimed at the home theater market check out the review.

InFocus recently released its ScreenPlay SP5000 LCD projector ($1900 street), a small and lightweight projector aimed at the home theater market. After putting it through its paces at DMN's Midwest Test Facility theater, our conclusion is decidedly positive. Its HDTV compatibility and high performance showed us how far LCD projection technology has come in the past two years, where the SP5000 showed very few of the weaknesses attributed to LCD projectors while exploiting the technology's inherent strengths. Here's our hands-on review.

You get a lot for your projector dollar these days, where $2000 will buy you a home theater light cannon that will put all but the largest LCD flat panels to shame. It's hard to duplicate that huge-screen, darkened theater experience using a flat panel LCD . But then you need a nice dark room, preferably a dedicated space for home theater when using a projector , and not everybody has that available. But for those who do, that's where the InFocus SP5000 can literally shine. Even though it's not as bright as any of the DLP-based models we've tested here, it still fits the home-theater bill nicely. more...

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Martyn Williams

Sony has refined an existing liquid crystal display (LCD) technology to come up with a display that it claims will give projectors a crisper picture.

The company said the display panels, which were based on High-Temperature Polysilicon LCD technology, offered a five-fold improvement in contrast ratio at around 2000:1 and 10 per cent better light transmittance compared to panels currently used in most of Sony's front-projectors. Front projectors are used to project an image onto the front of a wall or white screen.

The LCD panels were able to deliver a picture of quality roughly between that available from standard projectors and that from Sony's high-end Qualia 004 projector, which used Sony's proprietary SXRD display panel technology, a Sony spokesperson, David Yang, said. more...

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The good people over at TrustedReviews have a new review of the InFocus LP600 - DLP Data Projector online.

InFocus has been manufacturing projectors for a very long time. In fact, many of the projectors that you see from other manufacturers are often re-badged InFocus models. Although InFocus does produce some very good home cinema based projectors, its main market data projectors. Data projectors are generally split into two categories, fixed and portable. Fixed projectors tend to find themselves mounted to ceilings in board rooms, while portable projectors are used as tools for mobile workers that need to give presentations to clients.

The LP600 falls into the latter category, and it has to be said that it's a very small and light unit. This isn't the smallest or lightest projector you can buy, or even the smallest and lightest model that InFocus sells, but it does offer a very tempting combination of features and portability. more...

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The Xerox DP 820 digital projector announced today is the latest addition to the Xerox line of digital projectors. The Xerox DP 820 combines picture quality and color accuracy with a contrast ratio of 2000:1 and 1600 ANSI lumens. It provides bright visual images for business presentations in conference rooms or on the road as well as for home theater entertainment.

The DP 820 weighs just 4.5 pounds, yet offers the highest quality picture for computer, digital and analog video sources. The DP 820 projector’s 800 x 600 (SVGA) resolution provides the finest details for displaying presentations on large screens and can support High-Definition TV (HDTV). The projector can display up to 16.7 million colors focused through a f/2.5 zoom lens. Multiple input options make it easy for people to quickly connect the DP 820 to their PC, home theater system or other devices. .

The Xerox DP 820’s powerful Digital Light Processor ™ (DLP) architecture incorporates advanced technology from Texas Instruments, which allows the DP 820 to digitally manipulate light and therefore project truer blacks, show brighter image quality, and last longer than comparable Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)-based projectors. The DP 820 supports all global video standards including NTSC, PAL and SECAM. The projector is compatible with both Windows and Apple Macintosh environments and emits just 34 decibels of noise.

The DP 820 comes with cables, a carrying case, and a remote control that allows people to zoom and adjust image quality from anywhere in the room. The remote control also contains a laser pointer.

Pricing and Availability
The Xerox DP 820 digital projector is available in January in the United States through value-added resellers, catalogs, online resellers and retail channels with a suggested retail price of $999.99. For additional product details and information, visit the Xerox Projectors Web site at www.xeroxprojectors.com.

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by: Mark Velasco

Never mind using a projector for home theater. Gaming, that's where the action is--at least, in the eyes of projector maker Boxlight. The company is now offering a $1399 projector named the Raven, aimed squarely at Xbox (news - web sites) gamers.

"We'd been looking at the gaming market for some time," says Boxlight president Bill Lawrence. "We had an opportunity to approach Xbox to create a projector that was especially optimized for gaming. They thought it was great idea. This gives gamers larger-than life, 6-foot images on the wall."

Boxlight is selling the Raven on its Web site, with a special "intro" price of $979 for Xbox users. The company plans to expand its availability in the coming months. more...

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Texas Instruments announced that is has shipped its 5 millionth DLP™ subsystem, reflecting the increased demand and growth of DLP products within the last year. It took five years, from 1996 to 2001, to ship the first million DLP units, and just under two years to ship the second. TI announced its 3 millionth shipment in March 2004, and has shipped the last 2 million DLP units in just 8 months.

The advantages of DLP technology, including no burn-in or fading, deep rich colors, and incredible, industry-leading contrast have led more and more manufacturers to choose DLP technology. The inherent speed advantage of DLP technology also allows for a 1-chip architecture that provides razor-sharpness that will not misconverge over time, and excellent reproduction of fast video such as sports and live action, with no motion lag.

Continued manufacturer innovation and differentiation has led to increasing momentum around DLP-based projectors and DLP TVs: DLP Front Projection products have experienced nine consecutive quarters of gain bringing DLP to 40% marketshare worldwide; continued expansion in customers and products in the DLP TV category has led to more than 75 DLP TVs available on the market at more than 11,000 retail outlets; and 100% of digital cinema screens are equipped with DLP Cinema™ technology.

“We continue to be impressed with the pioneering work of our customers around DLP technology and look forward to seeing entirely new categories of products and cutting-edge designs at CES in January,” said John Van Scoter, General Manager, DLP Products, SVP Texas Instruments. “Our goal is to provide DLP imaging solutions to our customers that allow them to offer consumers an immersive visual experience. It is ultimately about the experience our customers products create.”

Texas Instruments DLP™ Products and many of its customers will be at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas January 6-9 to showcase what is new and exciting with DLP TVs and home entertainment projectors.

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Strategic Alliance Created for Global Expansion and Leadership in Digital Projection InFocus, a worldwide leader in digital projection technology and services, and TCL Corporation, a leading multimedia consumer electronic products company in China, and through its joint venture with Thomson is the world’s largest manufacturer of televisions, today announced the signing of a definitive agreement to form a 50-50 owned joint venture named South Mountain Technologies (SMT) for the development, manufacturing and sales of rear and front-projection engines and projectors. Each of the parties has committed to invest US$10M in the joint venture for a total of US$20M, to be invested over the course of 2005. Initially, each of the parties will expend up to US$1.5M to cover start up organisational expenses pending approval of the transaction by Chinese governmental authorities.

The new company will integrate the low-cost, high-quality manufacturing capabilities of TCL with the innovative technology leadership of InFocus in digital projection product design. SMT will leverage InFocus’ extensive experience with imaging devices utilizing multiple technologies for rear projection and front projection engines to provide the best price performance solutions to customers around the world. Established as an affiliate Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) company, SMT will manufacture and sell projection solutions to the parent companies and other brand operators in both China and the broader global markets.

Manufacturing of product will commence upon approval of the joint venture formation by the Chinese authorities, such approval is anticipated to be received within 3 to 4 months. SMT plans to begin shipping rear projection engines for sale in the second quarter of 2005.

The 50-50 joint venture will consist of an offshore parent holding company with three wholly owned subsidiaries; a manufacturing research and development subsidiary in Shenzhen, China, and research and development centers in the U.S. and Norway.

“By forming a joint venture between two industry leaders such as InFocus and TCL, we are creating a design and production powerhouse capable of manufacturing the world’s most innovative, lowest cost projection products, while significantly reducing our costs in delivering Big Picture solutions to businesses, schools and homes,” said Kyle Ranson, President and CEO of InFocus Corporation. “SMT is the next phase in the evolution of our offshore manufacturing strategy as we take advantage of TCL’s economies of scale and low-cost manufacturing expertise to license our technology to a broader market space through an affiliated OEM manufacturer.” Commenting on the partnership, Robert Hu, Senior Vice President of TCL Corporation and President of TCL Components Strategic Business Unit said, “We are very excited about our strategic alliance with InFocus. The joint venture is a key element of a major initiative in our global business expansion into digital video products, by providing us leading edge optical engine and projection designs from InFocus for our Thomson, RCA and TCL brands.”

South Mountain Technologies (SMT), headquartered in Shenzhen, China, will develop products with engineering teams seeded from InFocus in the United States and Norway, and TCL in China. SMT will leverage the local expertise of each engineering site to develop low-cost, high-quality products for global OEM customers. As part of the venture, David Glaess, Senior Vice President of Worldwide Research and Development at InFocus, will become the Chief Executive Officer of SMT.

“South Mountain Technologies represents the integration of the best of the best in projection design and high volume consumer electronics manufacturing,” said David Glaess, future CEO of SMT. “I look forward to leading SMT in its strategy to leverage the unique strengths of TCL and InFocus, and bring successful profitable growth to SMT, InFocus and TCL.”

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New lenses upgrade digital projectors to produce more film-like video images

Livonia, MI (PRWEB) December 15, 2004 -- Integrated Media Systems, Inc., today announced that it has added the IMX image processor by Cygnus Imaging to its product line of enhancement lenses for home theater projectors. These lenses are user-installable over the projection lens of the projector and convert the pixel structure of the image to a smooth, sharp image using optical interpolation techniques.

"We're proud and excited to take on the IMX line", said Tim Knittel, President of Integrated Media Systems, Inc. "With its broad industry acclaim and almost magical properties to produce beautiful video images from almost any digital projector, the IMX lens continues to play an exciting role in the growth of home theater. And now with lower pricing it has become an affordable upgrade to much larger range of home theater systems."

IMX processors are designed to fit over the lens of hundreds of different projector models. An additional model is also offered that can be mounted in front of the projector. The lenses are user-installable and adjustable. For more information visit www.cgns.com/IMS_Home.htm.

Integrated Media Systems, Inc. is a distributor of specialized audio/visual products for consumer home theater and commercial presentation markets. For more call 1-866-4HT-LENS or visit www.htlens.com.

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New projector represents the future of display technology, allowing for use in the office and home with no sacrifice in performance

With an eye towards an evolving industry that is placing equal emphasis on versatility and high performance, Hitachi America has introduced a new projector that sets the standard for projection in both the professional and consumer markets. The Hitachi Performa(TM) CP-RS55 meets and exceeds performance requirements for corporate and residential use, while its light weight and portability finally makes dual use in the home and the office a reality. The suggested street price has been targeted at $899.

"The expectations for performance in video displays has risen consistently in recent years, and projector manufacturers have responded with advanced technology that allows for increasingly brighter and clearer images," said Pete Denes, director of sales for Hitachi America. "However, until now, the market has struggled to develop a projector that can be transported from the office to the home and back while maintaining the current standards of quality. The Performa(TM) CP-RS55 dramatically alters the face of the marketplace with its ability to transcend the notion that projectors are limited to use in fixed locations."

With a brightness of 1,500 ANSI lumens but weighing only 4.84 pounds, the new Hitachi Performa(TM) CP-RS55 projector features the high-end performance required for use in corporate, as well as small business environments, and an intuitive user interface makes it ideal for home use.

Additionally, the Performa(TM) CP-RS55 model features Progressive Scan Technology, which lets users enjoy realistically beautiful images with no flicker. Its Equalizing function (Gamma Correction and Color Balance) lets users make adjustments to achieve the desired picture quality, and three Picture Mode settings (Normal, Cinema and Dynamic) allows users to choose the best mode to match the source.

Lastly, the Performa(TM) also allows for a Whisper Mode option, which reduces fan noise to 32 dB. This provides quiet performance in a variety of applications, from the living room to the boardroom or classroom.

About Hitachi

Hitachi America, Ltd., Digital Media Division, supplies high-performance multimedia products to OEMs, value-added resellers, system integrators and distributors. The division's products include LCD/LCOS projectors. More information about Hitachi's Digital Media offerings can be located at www.hitachi.us/digitalmedia.

Hitachi America, Ltd., a subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd., markets and manufactures a broad range of electronics, computer systems and products, and consumer electronics, and provides industrial equipment and services throughout North America. For more information, visit http://www.hitachi.us.

Hitachi, Ltd., (NYSE: HIT), headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a leading global electronics company with approximately 326,000 employees worldwide. Fiscal 2003 (ended March 31, 2004) consolidated sales totaled 8,632.4 billion yen ($81.4 billion). The company offers a wide range of systems, products and services in market sectors including information systems, electronic devices, power and industrial systems, consumer products, materials and financial services. For more information on Hitachi, please visit the company's Website at http://www.hitachi.com.

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Sharp announced the availability of compact, powerful Notevision(R) MB series DLP(TM) projectors, which combine high brightness and exceptional performance in a lightweight, mobile unit. Ideal for any business, these projectors feature DDR* DLP technology for better picture quality, sealed optics for reduced maintenance, extensive connectivity and brightness up to 3000 ANSI lumens.

"The Notevision MB series offers features like ease-of-use, unmatched compatibility and theft deterrence that are important to users in educational and collaborative work environments," said Bruce Pollack, associate director of marketing, Sharp Information Systems Group. "The new projectors incorporate DLP technology because it is the best solution for exceptional performance, high brightness and robust contrast in a compact size."

These projectors are extremely portable for business use anywhere. Weighing approximately nine pounds, the projectors can be easily moved from classroom to lecture hall or boardroom to meeting room.

High Brightness and Low Cost of Ownership

The new mid-range projector series allows users to select the brightness level that meets their needs, with settings ranging from 3000 (XG-MB70X) to 2500 (PG-MB60X) ANSI lumens. Sharp also delivers a low cost of ownership over the projector's lifespan with Low Power Mode, which conserves lamp life, ideal for rooms with minimal lighting or without windows. Low Power Mode extends the lamp life to 3,000 hours, and significantly reduces fan noise and power consumption for quiet, economical projector operation.

Remote Access and Control Software

Sharp's Display Manager Software allows one or more LAN-enabled projectors to be connected to a PC for remote control and diagnostics, such as locating and self-diagnosing system errors. It can instantly send an alert to the control PC, forward an error message to a predetermined e-mail list, expedite necessary maintenance and minimize downtime. A built-in RJ-45 LAN connection in the XG-MB70X allows for remote control, diagnostics and asset management over a Local Area Network, including the ability to monitor lamp life and anticipate bulb replacement. The PG-MB60X has optional LAN connectivity through the AN-LS1 accessory. The XG-MB70X also has a built-in Web server that allows direct control and access without needing special software.

Advanced Feature Set for Ease-of-Use

The projector series includes a friendly graphical user interface (GUI) menu screen that makes it easier for users to precisely set up the projected picture for a flawless presentation. The on-screen interactive help and easy system integration with multiple connectivity options ensure simple setup and operation. Computer connectors are color-coded for simple set-up when connecting the projector to a PC, Mac or Workstation. The series has native XGA (1024x768) resolution, making it compatible with NTSC, PAL, SECAM and DTV/HDTV video signals.

Both projectors come equipped with a 1.5X power zoom and focus, with auto focus included on the XG-MB70X.

Availability and Pricing

-- The PG-MB60X is available for a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $4,295

-- The XG-MB70X is available at an MSRP of $4,995

For more information, please contact Sharp Electronics Corporation, Information Systems Group Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, N.J. 07430-2135, call 866-4-VISUAL (866-484-7825). For online product information, visit Sharp's Web site at SharpUSA.com. Specifications subject to change without notice. All trademarks are property of their respective owners.

Sharp Electronics Corporation is the Mahwah, N.J.-based marketing and sales subsidiary of Japan's Sharp Corporation, a worldwide developer of the core technologies that are integral to shaping the next generation of home entertainment products, appliances, networked, multifunctional office solutions and mobile communication and information tools. Leading brands include AQUOS(TM) Liquid Crystal Televisions, 1-Bit(TM) digital audio products, SharpVision(R) projection products, Viewcam(R) camcorders, Carousel(R) microwaves, IMAGER(TM) digital multifunctional systems and Notevision(R) multimedia projectors. Sharp Electronics Corporation employs approximately 2,000 people throughout the U.S. supporting more than 50 product lines. *DDR (Dual Data Rate) Technology is the semiconductor chip developed by Texas Instruments, which improves the projector's contrast ratio through microscopic mirrors that recreate a video or graphic source by reflecting or not reflecting light onto a projection surface.

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by Ian Tan

JUST when you think that multimedia light projectors have become affordable for your home or office, Canon comes along and blows your budget out of the water.

Last week, the Japanese electronics giant unveiled the first third-generation projector to be launched in Singapore.

Called XEED SX50 and costing $6,999, it uses a new projection technology called liquid crystal on silicon, or LCOS.

But first, a quick crash course for those who have never bothered about projector technology. more...

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NEC Makes It Easy and Affordable to Enjoy Vivid, Adaptable and Reliable Large Screen Technology at Home With Friends and Family

Are you tired of going all the way to the movie theater when you want to enjoy an exciting, jaw-dropping entertainment experience? Having your own home theater is now a reality for millions of people throughout the country. Sure, it would be cool to be the envy of your friends by owning the latest flat screen entertainment technology. But it used to seem like something only the rich and famous could afford. Until now.

NEC introduces the new Showcase Series(TM) home entertainment projector and plasma display line which offers first-time buyers to discerning enthusiasts a complete range of vivid, adaptable and reliable large screen display choices. The Showcase Series includes two new wide screen HT projectors and four next-generation plasma models (two 42", a 50" and a 61"), along with the award-winning high-contrast HT1100(TM) projector. And, with the new Showcase Series home entertainment line, consumers can now outfit their entire home room-by-room with NEC large screen displays.

According to Ron Gillies, senior vice president and general manager for the Visual Systems Division of NEC Solutions, studies show that Americans are spending more time at home and using display technology to connect with friends and family. "A projector in the family room or basement is ideal for movie night or a neighborhood video game competition, while a plasma display in the living room or loft offers a sleek, decorative look and space-saving functionality for high definition television, computer use and much more."

Vivid, Adaptable and Reliable
The Showcase Series complete line of home entertainment projectors and plasma displays are engineered in NEC's world-renowned design labs and optimized for vivid image quality, high brightness and resolution and real- life color reproduction in almost any environment. The projectors and plasma displays provide an adaptable range of screen sizes (from 42" to 200") for the entire house, HD signal compatibility to future-proof the investment and a full assortment of intuitive accessories that complement the room. NEC rounds out its Showcase offering with professional grade reliability and performance backed by unsurpassed product service and support.

The estimated street price of the new HT projectors starts at $1,495. They are available now and come standard with a two-year limited parts and labor warranty. The estimated street price of the new plasmas starts at $2,995. They are available now and come standard with a three-year limited parts and labor warranty (one year for the panel).

For further information on NEC's Showcase Series line of projectors and plasma displays, please visit http://www.necvisualsystems.com or call 1-800-NEC-INFO.

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Tom's Hardware Guide, has a really cool do it yourself guide for anyone who's interested in an LCD XGA Projector but not willing to shell out $1000 to buy one.

For around $300, and 6-10 hours of your time, you should be able to have your very one low cost projector. Check it out, I'd like to hear from people who've actually built one successfully.

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Are you tired of going all the way to the movie theater when you want to enjoy an exciting, jaw-dropping entertainment experience? Having your own home theater is now a reality for more people than ever before. Sure, it would be cool to be the envy of your friends by owning the latest flat screen entertainment technology. But it used to seem like something only the rich and famous could afford. Until now.

NEC introduces the new Showcase Series home entertainment projector and plasma display line which offers first-time buyers to discerning enthusiasts a complete range of vivid, adaptable and reliable large screen display choices. The Showcase Series includes two new wide screen HT projectors and four next-generation plasma models (two 42", a 50" and a 61"), along with the award-winning high-contrast HT1100 projector. And, with the new Showcase Series home entertainment line, consumers can now outfit their entire home room-by-room with NEC large screen displays.

The Showcase Series complete line of home entertainment projectors and plasma displays are engineered in NEC's world-renowned design labs and optimized for vivid image quality, high brightness and resolution and real- life color reproduction in almost any environment. The projectors and plasma displays provide an adaptable range of screen sizes (from 42" to 200") for the entire house, HD signal compatibility to future-proof the investment and a full assortment of intuitive accessories that complement the room. NEC rounds out its Showcase offering with professional grade reliability and performance backed by unsurpassed product service and support.

The estimated street price of the new HT projectors starts at $1,495. They are available now and come standard with a two-year limited parts and labor warranty. The estimated street price of the new plasmas starts at $2,995. They are available now and come standard with a three-year limited parts and labor warranty (one year for the panel).

For further information on NEC's Showcase Series line of projectors and plasma displays, visit www.necvisualsystems.com

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November 09, 2004 04:59 PM US Eastern Timezone

New Micro Projector from Mitsubishi Digital Electronics Packs Power in 3-Pound Package; Mitsubishi Mini-Mits XD60U Does Double Duty from Work to Home

IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 9, 2004--Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America's Presentation Products Division, maker of award-winning high-quality presentation and display products, today introduced its newest, smallest projector, the Mini-Mits(R) XD60U. The new Mini-Mits projector shines 1800 ANSI-lumens on any road-warrior's bright ideas, and it weighs only 3.3 pounds for easy portability from office to home.

"Our new Mini-Mits XD60U is the sexy convertible sports car of our projector line, cute and compact but really powerful," said James Chan, director, projector product marketing for Mitsubishi. "It moves easily from professional environments to at-home big screen movie nights, and even accepts HDTV signals up to 1080i."

Offering native XGA (1024 x 768 pixels) resolution, the Mini-Mits XD60U incorporates DLP(TM) chip technology along with a remarkable contrast ratio of 2,000:1. This combination provides crisp, fine details even in the darkest images and shadowed areas while its long-life lamp features up to 2,000 hours in low mode. The projector accepts analog, digital and even HDTV signals, making the Mini-Mits XD60U projector versatile for use on the road and temptingly small and powerful enough to bring home for the biggest screen at-home movie night.

Security features are important for a projector this small, and the Mini-Mits XD60U features a Kensington password-protected security lock designed to inhibit unauthorized use at workplace presentation venues.

"Our customers often ask for more functionality from smaller, lighter and brighter projectors," said Aki Ninomiya, vice president, Mitsubishi. "We're happy to introduce the new Mini-Mits XD60U, which expands our product capabilities by incorporating a new, affordable dimension of home use to our projector line's value set."

Pricing, Availability, Warranty

Estimated retail price on Mitsubishi's new XD60U is $2,495, and it is currently available through authorized Mitsubishi Digital dealers and retail outlets. The Mini-Mits XD60U projector comes with Mitsubishi Digital's 3-year limited warranty on parts and labor plus a 90-day limited warranty on the lamp. And like all Mitsubishi Digital XGA ColorView projectors, the XD60U is covered by the Express Replacement Assistance (ERA) Program, a nationwide comprehensive service provided for units under warranty that offers next-business-day replacement for down units.

About Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America Presentation Products Division

Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America's Presentation Products Division markets an extensive line of professional presentation, display and front-projection home entertainment display systems and is known for its award-winning, high-quality color reproduction technology. Products are sold through authorized distributors, resellers, retailers, dealers and system integrators throughout the United States. Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America is located at 9351 Jeronimo Road, Irvine, CA 92618. For more information, please call 888-307-0312 or visit www.mitsubishi-presentations.com

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DLP PROJECTORS have a rival. Panasonic's latest $3899 PT-AE700 LCD projector spells the end of that annoying image distortion LCD projectors are prone to, called the screen-door or chicken wire effect, so called because looking at an average LCD's images is akin to peering at the pictures through flywire. more...

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