Optoma, a world-leading manufacturer of large display products, today announced two new projectors designed to deliver incredible exceptional brightness and dependable operation to classrooms and other professional settings. The new Optoma ZW403 and ZH403 are ideal, affordable display solutions for today's corporate and education environments, especially K-12 classrooms, offering razor-sharp image quality, flexible installation features and reliable performance in a compact, lightweight form factor. Featuring 4,500 and 4,000 lumens of brightness, respectively, and a 300,000:1 contrast ratio, along with HDR10 and HLG (Hybrid-Log Gamma) compatibility, the Optoma ZW403 and ZH403 produce bright and sharp images with amazing color precision and strong contrast. In addition, with a long-lasting, DuraCore laser light source, these projectors guarantee up to 30,000 hours of low-cost and virtually maintenance-free operation in Eco mode, providing integrators and end-users with a greater ROI compared to lamp-based solutions. The ZW403 and ZH403 are also equipped with several built-in features, including keystone and four corner correction, 1.3x optical zoom, and 24/7 and 360-degree and portrait mode operation to ensure simple, seamless installations in practically any orientation. Both projectors feature a small and lightweight footprint, making them a breeze to install and easily transportable from one classroom to the next.
Optoma ZW403 and ZH403 additional specifications:
•Dimensions: 26" x 4.25" x 10.5"
•Weight: 9.4 lbs.
•Brightness: ZW403: 4,500 lumens; ZH403: 4,000 lumens
•Contrast Ratio: 300,000:1 with Extreme Black enabled
•HDR10 and HLG compatible
•4K UHD input with HDMI 2.0
•Light Source: DuraCore Laser with an IP6X certified optical engine
•Light Source Life: Up to 30,000 hours of operation in Eco mode
•Horizontal and vertical keystone correction, four corner correction
•3x optical zoom
•24/7, 360-degree and portrait mode operation
•Audio: 2 x 10W speakers
The Optoma ZW403 and ZH403 also offer robust input options including HDMI and VGA, as well as LAN and RS-232 connectivity for control via Crestron, Extron, AMX or Telnet.
"Optoma understands the importance of providing our corporate and education customers with reliable and innovative display technologies for their small meeting rooms and classrooms to deliver engaging lessons to students," stated Brian Soto, senior manager, product development at Optoma. "The Optoma ZW403 and ZH403 are designed to provide robust flexibility, mobility and dependability, and are ideal solutions for any retrofit installations using 16:10 and 16:9 screens."
Mittwoch, 4. Dezember 2019
Dienstag, 6. August 2019
Optoma launches lightest and brightest ultra short throw laser projector in its category
Optoma has just launched its lightest and brightest DuraCore laser ultra short throw (UST) projector - ZH500UST. The 5000-lumen Full HD 1080p projector is perfect for retail, digital signage and complex installations that need lights-on projection. With a media player and office viewer functionality built-in, presentations can be played without the need for a laptop or PC. And there is a signage mode for automatic content playback.
Weighing only 5.7kg, the ZH500UST projector can be ceiling mounted less than half a metre away from a wall or shop window to project an image size of over 100 inches (254cm).
The installation flexibility of the projector is significantly suited to areas with restricted access - such as shop windows or retail displays.. Supporting 24/7 operation and versatile orientation including portrait mode and downward projection, the ZH500UST also has four corner adjustment enabling users to individually warp each corner of the image to create a perfectly square image. This is ideal for image stacking, uneven walls or where projector placement is awkward and needs to be installed at an angle.
James Fursse, Technical Product Manager at Optoma EMEA, commented: "The ZH500UST is the lightest and brightest ultra short throw laser projector in its category. The 0.25 UST throw ratio, compact chassis and versatile installation orientations make this an exemplary projector for digital signage solutions."
Powered by a long-lasting, low maintenance, lamp-free, DuraCore laser light source, the ZH500UST delivers consistent high brightness of up to 30,000 hours uninterrupted operation in full brightness mode and superior colour reproduction for vivid images. Additionally, an independent IP5X dust resistant rating ensures total reliability even in the most demanding of environments.
For enhanced colour and contrast in brightly lit spaces, the Optoma ALR100 ambient light rejecting screen makes the perfect accessory.
A full specification sheet, brochures and images for the Optoma ZH500UST are available from www.optoma.co.uk
ZH500UST key features
•Bright Full HD 1080p laser projector – 5000 lumens
•Ultra short throw lens – 100" image from less than half a metre away
•30,000 hours maintenance-free laser light source
•Dust resistant – Independently tested, IP5X certification for total reliability
•Supports portrait and downward projection and four corner adjustment
•Media player and office viewer functionality (including signage mode)
Weighing only 5.7kg, the ZH500UST projector can be ceiling mounted less than half a metre away from a wall or shop window to project an image size of over 100 inches (254cm).
The installation flexibility of the projector is significantly suited to areas with restricted access - such as shop windows or retail displays.. Supporting 24/7 operation and versatile orientation including portrait mode and downward projection, the ZH500UST also has four corner adjustment enabling users to individually warp each corner of the image to create a perfectly square image. This is ideal for image stacking, uneven walls or where projector placement is awkward and needs to be installed at an angle.
James Fursse, Technical Product Manager at Optoma EMEA, commented: "The ZH500UST is the lightest and brightest ultra short throw laser projector in its category. The 0.25 UST throw ratio, compact chassis and versatile installation orientations make this an exemplary projector for digital signage solutions."
Powered by a long-lasting, low maintenance, lamp-free, DuraCore laser light source, the ZH500UST delivers consistent high brightness of up to 30,000 hours uninterrupted operation in full brightness mode and superior colour reproduction for vivid images. Additionally, an independent IP5X dust resistant rating ensures total reliability even in the most demanding of environments.
For enhanced colour and contrast in brightly lit spaces, the Optoma ALR100 ambient light rejecting screen makes the perfect accessory.
A full specification sheet, brochures and images for the Optoma ZH500UST are available from www.optoma.co.uk
ZH500UST key features
•Bright Full HD 1080p laser projector – 5000 lumens
•Ultra short throw lens – 100" image from less than half a metre away
•30,000 hours maintenance-free laser light source
•Dust resistant – Independently tested, IP5X certification for total reliability
•Supports portrait and downward projection and four corner adjustment
•Media player and office viewer functionality (including signage mode)
Mittwoch, 24. Juli 2019
Optoma Introduces High Brightness and High Performance 1080P Projectors for Classrooms and Meeting Rooms
Optoma, a world-leading manufacturer of large display products, today introduced two new professional projectors designed to bring high brightness, dependability and cutting-edge image technology into classrooms, meeting rooms and training rooms. The Optoma EH412 and EH412ST deliver powerful image performance with flexible installation features and extensive connectivity options to meet the needs of professional environments. The Optoma EH412 and EH412ST deliver 4,500 and 4,000 lumens of brightness respectively, with 1080P HD resolution and support for 4K HDR input sources, sRGB and REC.709 color profiles. Add 50,000:1 contrast ratio, and users are guaranteed bright, sharp and vivid images. These dynamic projectors also deliver keystone correction and RS-232 control, providing adaptability for a wide variety of corporate and education settings. The EH412 also features a 1.3X motorized zoom and vertical lens shift, guaranteeing hassle-free and flexible installations. With its short throw distance, the Optoma EH412ST, additionally offers an incredible 1080P, 4,000 lumen picture from just a few feet away. In addition, both projectors feature an ultra-low 26 dB fan noise to minimize disturbances during operation.
Optoma EH412 and EH412ST specifications:
•Resolution: 1080P (1920 x 1080)
•Aspect Ratio: 16×9
•Light Source: 245W lamp with 15,000 lamp life
•Keystone Correction: +/- 40% vertical
•Audio: Powerful 10W speakers
•Inputs: 1x HDMI 2.0, 1xH HDMI 1.4a, 1x VGA, 1x audio-in, 1x USB-A, 1x VGA out, 1x audio out
•EH412 Optical Zoom: 1.3X
•EH412 Vertical Lens Shift: 16%
•EH412ST Throw Ratio: 0.50:1
"Delivering high-brightness for lights-on viewing, incredible installation flexibility, 4K image compatibility and a long lamp life, the Optoma EH412 and EH412ST projectors incorporate several key features to accommodate the installation needs of professional settings, including meeting rooms, boardrooms and classrooms," said Brian Soto, head of product management, Optoma Technology. "We value our channel partners and end users' feedback, and we continue to innovate high-quality, flexible projection solutions at industry-leading prices."
The Optoma EH412 is available today for an estimated street price of $749, and the Optoma EH412ST projector for an estimated street price of $899. Both projectors are now available for purchase through authorized dealers, including Amazon, B&H Photo, ProjectorPeople.com and ProjectorSuperstore.com.
Optoma EH412 and EH412ST specifications:
•Resolution: 1080P (1920 x 1080)
•Aspect Ratio: 16×9
•Light Source: 245W lamp with 15,000 lamp life
•Keystone Correction: +/- 40% vertical
•Audio: Powerful 10W speakers
•Inputs: 1x HDMI 2.0, 1xH HDMI 1.4a, 1x VGA, 1x audio-in, 1x USB-A, 1x VGA out, 1x audio out
•EH412 Optical Zoom: 1.3X
•EH412 Vertical Lens Shift: 16%
•EH412ST Throw Ratio: 0.50:1
"Delivering high-brightness for lights-on viewing, incredible installation flexibility, 4K image compatibility and a long lamp life, the Optoma EH412 and EH412ST projectors incorporate several key features to accommodate the installation needs of professional settings, including meeting rooms, boardrooms and classrooms," said Brian Soto, head of product management, Optoma Technology. "We value our channel partners and end users' feedback, and we continue to innovate high-quality, flexible projection solutions at industry-leading prices."
The Optoma EH412 is available today for an estimated street price of $749, and the Optoma EH412ST projector for an estimated street price of $899. Both projectors are now available for purchase through authorized dealers, including Amazon, B&H Photo, ProjectorPeople.com and ProjectorSuperstore.com.
Dienstag, 25. Juni 2019
Optoma’s New ProScene ZK1050, ZK750 and ZK507 4K UHD Laser Projectors Shine Bright at InfoComm
Optoma, a world-leading manufacturer of large display products, at InfoComm today added two new hero products to its line of high brightness laser ProScene projectors. The Optoma ProScene ZK1050 and ZK750 deliver incredible brightness, stunning 4K UHD image quality and multiple built-in installation features to provide maximum flexibility and powerful performance for a range of professional environments, including auditoriums, museums, houses of worship and other large venues. As the number one brand worldwide for 4K projector products (PMA, Q1 2019), Optoma's three newest additions to its line of high-performance laser ProScene projectors continue to set the bar with exceptional image quality, color precision and projection flexibility The Optoma ProScene ZK1050 and ZK750 are flagship 4K UHD laser projectors featuring 10,000 and 7,500 lumens of brightness, respectively, and an impressive 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio with Extreme Black enabled. Providing powerful color performance and rich blacks, the ProScene ZK1050 and ZK750 also feature MultiColor Laser (MCL) technology with blue and red lasers and HDR10 for wide color gamut support. Additionally, the Optoma ProScene ZK507 4K UHD laser projector delivers the same impressive ultra high definition resolution, laser light color performance and reliability with 5,000 lumens of brightness for mid-sized professional venues.
Compatible with multiple interchangeable optical lens options, the Optoma ZK1050 and ZK750 offer 24/7, 360-degree and portrait-mode operation to accommodate even the most complex installation projects. These high-performance projectors are also equipped with a variety of key installation features, including built-in edge blending and warping, four corner and keystone correction and motorized lens shift, zoom and focus with full lens memory. Coupled with an IP6X-certified optical engine and Firmware Over-the-Air (FOTA) technology for seamless software updates, the ZK1050 and ZK750 are low-maintenance projection options that guarantee lower cost of ownership.
In addition to the ZK1050 and ZK750, Optoma also unveiled its ProScene ZK507, a 5,000 lumen 4K UHD laser projector ideal for mid-sized venues. Designed for trouble-free installations, the ZK507 offers up to 30,000 hours of nearly maintenance-free operation (Eco mode) and an IP5X dust resistant optical engine for hassle-free performance. The Optoma ZK507 also features 1.6X zoom and HDR10 compatibility, producing quality visuals with exceptional flexibility.
"As our brightest and highest lumen 4K laser projectors, the ZK1050 and ZK750 deliver exceptional performance with elite brightness, greater projection flexibility and stunning image quality. Compatible with multiple interchangeable lens options with various throw distances, the ProScene ZK1050 and ZK750 offer impressive throw ratio coverage to provide the installation flexibility our customers have been yearning for," said Brian Soto, head of product management, Optoma Technology. "By providing our customers with robust display solutions, we continue to deliver on our promise to innovate products that address the specific performance needs of the ProAV market."
Key specifications of the Optoma ProScene ZK1050 and ZK750 include:
• Resolution: 4K UHD (3840 x 2160)
• Brightness: 10,000 (ZK1050) and 7,500 (ZK750) ANSI lumens
• Contrast Ratio: 2,000,000:1 with Extreme Black enabled
• Light Source: Optoma DURACORE laser phosphor, providing up to 30,000 hours of operation on eco-mode
• Laser Type: MCL (red and blue laser)
• Optical Engine: Airtight, IP6X-certified optical engine
• Motorized lens shift, zoom and focus with full lens memory
• Image stacking and edge blending
• Built-in portrait and 360-degree operation mode
• Connectivity: HDMI, HDBaseT, 3G-SDI, LAN and RS232
• Compatible with six interchangeable lenses, ranging from 0:85:1 to 10:18:1
Pricing:
• The Optoma ZK1050 is available for purchase now for an estimated street price of $23,999 through Optoma authorized dealers and distributors.
• The Optoma ZK750 is available for purchase now for an estimated street price of $17,999 through Optoma authorized dealers and distributors.
• The Optoma ZK507 will be available for purchase late Q3 for an estimated street price of $5,499 through Optoma authorized dealers and distributors.
Optoma Additionally Debuts Hassle-Free, Wireless 4K and WUXGA Presentation System
Optoma additionally today debuted its one-click QuickCast Pro-4K and QuickCast Pro-WU wireless presentation system, with 4K and WUXGA resolution content sharing, respectively. Seamless and hassle-free, the QuickCast Pro system features enhanced plug-and-play collaboration for boardrooms, classrooms and more. With both HDMI and USB-C connectivity (for DisplayPort Alternative Mode), along with an industry-leading six-hour battery life, the QuickCast Pro system wirelessly shares 4K and WUXGA video and stereo audio to display devices with just the click of a button. The Optoma QuickCast Pro-4K and QuickCast Pro-WU will be available for purchase in August through Optoma authorized dealers and distributors for $999 and $699, respectively.
Highly-Anticipated Optoma CinemaX P1 Smart 4K UHD Laser Ultra Short Throw Projector Makes an Appearance at InfoComm
The Optoma CinemaX P1 Smart 4K UHD Laser Ultra Short Throw projector is an all-in-one smart home cinema system that integrates a 4K ultra high definition home theater projector and a premium NuForce soundbar – combining advanced technology and design to create elevated home cinema experiences. Featuring IFTTT support, easy access to streaming services, versatile smart customization through Optoma's Infowall and voice control capabilities, the CinemaX P1 is designed to seamlessly integrate into smart homes. This all-in-one home cinema projector also offers an easy auto geometry correction system driven by the SmartFIT app and Firmware Over-the-Air (FOTA) technology for hassle-free software updates, as well as support for Dolby Digital and Dolby Digital Plus pass through over optical and HDMI arc. The Optoma CinemaX P1 will be available later this summer.
About Optoma Technology
Optoma combines cutting-edge technology and innovation to deliver remarkable visual display products designed to connect audiences with engaging video and audio experiences. From the company's ProScene projectors and Creative Touch interactive flat panel displays, to LED displays, Optoma's suite of products can meet the demands of nearly any professional environment, including conference rooms and classrooms, digital signage, corporate, houses of worship, retail, simulation environments and control rooms. Optoma Technology is the U.S. headquarters for The Optoma Group, with continental headquarters also in Europe and Asia. For more information, please visit www.optoma.com.
Compatible with multiple interchangeable optical lens options, the Optoma ZK1050 and ZK750 offer 24/7, 360-degree and portrait-mode operation to accommodate even the most complex installation projects. These high-performance projectors are also equipped with a variety of key installation features, including built-in edge blending and warping, four corner and keystone correction and motorized lens shift, zoom and focus with full lens memory. Coupled with an IP6X-certified optical engine and Firmware Over-the-Air (FOTA) technology for seamless software updates, the ZK1050 and ZK750 are low-maintenance projection options that guarantee lower cost of ownership.
In addition to the ZK1050 and ZK750, Optoma also unveiled its ProScene ZK507, a 5,000 lumen 4K UHD laser projector ideal for mid-sized venues. Designed for trouble-free installations, the ZK507 offers up to 30,000 hours of nearly maintenance-free operation (Eco mode) and an IP5X dust resistant optical engine for hassle-free performance. The Optoma ZK507 also features 1.6X zoom and HDR10 compatibility, producing quality visuals with exceptional flexibility.
"As our brightest and highest lumen 4K laser projectors, the ZK1050 and ZK750 deliver exceptional performance with elite brightness, greater projection flexibility and stunning image quality. Compatible with multiple interchangeable lens options with various throw distances, the ProScene ZK1050 and ZK750 offer impressive throw ratio coverage to provide the installation flexibility our customers have been yearning for," said Brian Soto, head of product management, Optoma Technology. "By providing our customers with robust display solutions, we continue to deliver on our promise to innovate products that address the specific performance needs of the ProAV market."
Key specifications of the Optoma ProScene ZK1050 and ZK750 include:
• Resolution: 4K UHD (3840 x 2160)
• Brightness: 10,000 (ZK1050) and 7,500 (ZK750) ANSI lumens
• Contrast Ratio: 2,000,000:1 with Extreme Black enabled
• Light Source: Optoma DURACORE laser phosphor, providing up to 30,000 hours of operation on eco-mode
• Laser Type: MCL (red and blue laser)
• Optical Engine: Airtight, IP6X-certified optical engine
• Motorized lens shift, zoom and focus with full lens memory
• Image stacking and edge blending
• Built-in portrait and 360-degree operation mode
• Connectivity: HDMI, HDBaseT, 3G-SDI, LAN and RS232
• Compatible with six interchangeable lenses, ranging from 0:85:1 to 10:18:1
Pricing:
• The Optoma ZK1050 is available for purchase now for an estimated street price of $23,999 through Optoma authorized dealers and distributors.
• The Optoma ZK750 is available for purchase now for an estimated street price of $17,999 through Optoma authorized dealers and distributors.
• The Optoma ZK507 will be available for purchase late Q3 for an estimated street price of $5,499 through Optoma authorized dealers and distributors.
Optoma Additionally Debuts Hassle-Free, Wireless 4K and WUXGA Presentation System
Optoma additionally today debuted its one-click QuickCast Pro-4K and QuickCast Pro-WU wireless presentation system, with 4K and WUXGA resolution content sharing, respectively. Seamless and hassle-free, the QuickCast Pro system features enhanced plug-and-play collaboration for boardrooms, classrooms and more. With both HDMI and USB-C connectivity (for DisplayPort Alternative Mode), along with an industry-leading six-hour battery life, the QuickCast Pro system wirelessly shares 4K and WUXGA video and stereo audio to display devices with just the click of a button. The Optoma QuickCast Pro-4K and QuickCast Pro-WU will be available for purchase in August through Optoma authorized dealers and distributors for $999 and $699, respectively.
Highly-Anticipated Optoma CinemaX P1 Smart 4K UHD Laser Ultra Short Throw Projector Makes an Appearance at InfoComm
The Optoma CinemaX P1 Smart 4K UHD Laser Ultra Short Throw projector is an all-in-one smart home cinema system that integrates a 4K ultra high definition home theater projector and a premium NuForce soundbar – combining advanced technology and design to create elevated home cinema experiences. Featuring IFTTT support, easy access to streaming services, versatile smart customization through Optoma's Infowall and voice control capabilities, the CinemaX P1 is designed to seamlessly integrate into smart homes. This all-in-one home cinema projector also offers an easy auto geometry correction system driven by the SmartFIT app and Firmware Over-the-Air (FOTA) technology for hassle-free software updates, as well as support for Dolby Digital and Dolby Digital Plus pass through over optical and HDMI arc. The Optoma CinemaX P1 will be available later this summer.
About Optoma Technology
Optoma combines cutting-edge technology and innovation to deliver remarkable visual display products designed to connect audiences with engaging video and audio experiences. From the company's ProScene projectors and Creative Touch interactive flat panel displays, to LED displays, Optoma's suite of products can meet the demands of nearly any professional environment, including conference rooms and classrooms, digital signage, corporate, houses of worship, retail, simulation environments and control rooms. Optoma Technology is the U.S. headquarters for The Optoma Group, with continental headquarters also in Europe and Asia. For more information, please visit www.optoma.com.
Mittwoch, 3. April 2019
Barco and Cinionic launch next generation 4K laser projector platform to take cinema into the smart projection era
Kortrijk, Belgium, April 1st 2019 – At CinemaCon 2019 Cinionic, the Barco cinema joint venture, will be introducing their brand-new Barco projector line-up for cinema screens. The next generation projector platform will deliver an unmatched cinema experience to moviegoers today and futureproof results with native 4K resolution, higher contrast, wider color gamut and enhanced uniformity. The new platform is the result of thorough value engineering and advanced innovation including 4K and laser technology to guarantee unsurpassed image quality. With more than half of the world's movie theaters illuminated by Cinionic and over 85,000 Barco projectors installed globally, Barco leads the industry in cinema projection technology. Barco Series 4 joins Cinionic's award-winning laser portfolio of high-quality and captivating technologies that empower exhibitors to provide compelling experiences for moviegoers worldwide.
Cinionic is rolling out its Barco Series 4 platform to help exhibitors drive their renewal strategy: "With more filmmakers creating content in 4K, exhibitors are looking for ways to showcase these advancements on screen. Our Barco Series 4 laser projectors provide a unique opportunity for exhibitors to bring 4K into mainstream theaters by combining the benefits of laser technology with efficient set-up and unprecedented financial solutions," says Wim Buyens, CEO of Cinionic. "Our new generation of laser projectors makes it easier for any theater - from independent cinemas to multiplexes - to offer audiences differentiated experiences."
The voice of the industry
Series 4 is designed with both exhibitors and audiences in mind, building on Barco's heritage in cinema projection. Cinionic market experts and Barco's R&D team spent several years working directly with its customers and other industry partners, to solve the challenges they are facing in today's cinema landscape.
Innovative technologies for a next generation projector
With this knowledge of the market, the team has worked diligently the last several years to deliver a next generation projector family including the latest technologies as well as the outcomes of advanced value engineering and platform modularity practices.
The Series 4 laser projector is the world's first projector to include the new compact Texas Instruments 4K chip, as well as the latest RGB laser technology. As a result the new projectors empower exhibitors to deliver a superb cinema experience in 4K with guaranteed unmatched and brilliant images on all types of screens.
These laser-illuminated projectors are more than twice as energy-efficient compared to old lamp-based solutions, and allow for a more attractive total cost of ownership (TCO) and operational robustness while the Barco EcoPure™ design delivers on power and air-flow, resulting in the greenest cinema projector ever created.
Ready for the market of tomorrow
Next to making a great innovative product, the product management and R&D teams have also focused on delivering a great price-performance product, implementing value engineering best practices throughout the entire value chain and aimed at raising the productivity, modularity and product quality of the new platform.
"The modularity and advanced and silent design makes this new platform futureproof, assuring bright and consistent outcomes throughout the entire lifetime and ready for current and future theater designs," says Jan De Witte, CEO of Barco. "We are therefore convinced that this new laser projector platform is ready to claim a leading position at the start of renewal wave in cinema."
Discover us at CinemaCon 2019
The first four projectors models of the Barco Series 4 line-up are now available and will be on display at the Cinionic World booth at this year's CinemaCon, located at the Neopolitan Ballroom in Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas from April 1-4, 2019.
Visit www.cinionic.com/Series4 for more information.
Cinionic is rolling out its Barco Series 4 platform to help exhibitors drive their renewal strategy: "With more filmmakers creating content in 4K, exhibitors are looking for ways to showcase these advancements on screen. Our Barco Series 4 laser projectors provide a unique opportunity for exhibitors to bring 4K into mainstream theaters by combining the benefits of laser technology with efficient set-up and unprecedented financial solutions," says Wim Buyens, CEO of Cinionic. "Our new generation of laser projectors makes it easier for any theater - from independent cinemas to multiplexes - to offer audiences differentiated experiences."
The voice of the industry
Series 4 is designed with both exhibitors and audiences in mind, building on Barco's heritage in cinema projection. Cinionic market experts and Barco's R&D team spent several years working directly with its customers and other industry partners, to solve the challenges they are facing in today's cinema landscape.
Innovative technologies for a next generation projector
With this knowledge of the market, the team has worked diligently the last several years to deliver a next generation projector family including the latest technologies as well as the outcomes of advanced value engineering and platform modularity practices.
The Series 4 laser projector is the world's first projector to include the new compact Texas Instruments 4K chip, as well as the latest RGB laser technology. As a result the new projectors empower exhibitors to deliver a superb cinema experience in 4K with guaranteed unmatched and brilliant images on all types of screens.
These laser-illuminated projectors are more than twice as energy-efficient compared to old lamp-based solutions, and allow for a more attractive total cost of ownership (TCO) and operational robustness while the Barco EcoPure™ design delivers on power and air-flow, resulting in the greenest cinema projector ever created.
Ready for the market of tomorrow
Next to making a great innovative product, the product management and R&D teams have also focused on delivering a great price-performance product, implementing value engineering best practices throughout the entire value chain and aimed at raising the productivity, modularity and product quality of the new platform.
"The modularity and advanced and silent design makes this new platform futureproof, assuring bright and consistent outcomes throughout the entire lifetime and ready for current and future theater designs," says Jan De Witte, CEO of Barco. "We are therefore convinced that this new laser projector platform is ready to claim a leading position at the start of renewal wave in cinema."
Discover us at CinemaCon 2019
The first four projectors models of the Barco Series 4 line-up are now available and will be on display at the Cinionic World booth at this year's CinemaCon, located at the Neopolitan Ballroom in Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas from April 1-4, 2019.
Visit www.cinionic.com/Series4 for more information.
Mittwoch, 27. März 2019
Google Assistant and IFTTT join Alexa on Optoma’s smart 4K UHD home projectors
Google Assistant can now be used in the UK on Optoma's smart 4K UHD home projectors - UHL55, UHD51A and UHD51ALVe, and will be available on the forthcoming UHZ65UST ultra short throw laser 4K UHD projector, due to launch this summer. In addition, these projectors are also now compatible with IFTTT. IFTTT (If This Then That) is a free web-based service that allows users to create chains of simple conditional statements, called applets. Applets are used to trigger events such as getting a projector to turn off when you leave the house or dimming lights when the projector is switched on.
Kishan Mistry, Product Manager at Optoma, said: "Consumers are increasingly integrating voice assistants into their daily routines, as well as expecting the convenience of smart home integration with their devices and electronics, so it was important for us to align our new home cinema projectors with these growing consumer needs."
These projectors already had Amazon Alexa compatibility but users can now also control these with voice commands via Google Assistant in conjunction with a Google home device or Android smartphone. As voice assistants continue to expand their presence and function in smart homes, Optoma is enabling home cinema enthusiasts to integrate large-screen imagery into smart homes, tying in with speakers, screens, lighting and more.
Like Amazon Alexa voice control, users need to connect the projector to a WiFi network and register the projector within the Optoma MyDevices Account to pair the device with Google Assistant. A dedicated set up guide for both Alexa and Google Assistant is downloadable from the product page on Optoma's website.
As well as turning on/off, switching source input, altering the sound output and controlling the inbuilt media player, Google Assistant can also select the various display modes and HDR picture modes, as well as selecting PureMotion options.
A full specification sheet for Optoma's 4K UHD projectors are available from www.optoma.co.uk
*Amazon Alexa voice control is only currently available in the US, UK and Germany. Google Assistant is available in the US and UK.
Kishan Mistry, Product Manager at Optoma, said: "Consumers are increasingly integrating voice assistants into their daily routines, as well as expecting the convenience of smart home integration with their devices and electronics, so it was important for us to align our new home cinema projectors with these growing consumer needs."
These projectors already had Amazon Alexa compatibility but users can now also control these with voice commands via Google Assistant in conjunction with a Google home device or Android smartphone. As voice assistants continue to expand their presence and function in smart homes, Optoma is enabling home cinema enthusiasts to integrate large-screen imagery into smart homes, tying in with speakers, screens, lighting and more.
Like Amazon Alexa voice control, users need to connect the projector to a WiFi network and register the projector within the Optoma MyDevices Account to pair the device with Google Assistant. A dedicated set up guide for both Alexa and Google Assistant is downloadable from the product page on Optoma's website.
As well as turning on/off, switching source input, altering the sound output and controlling the inbuilt media player, Google Assistant can also select the various display modes and HDR picture modes, as well as selecting PureMotion options.
A full specification sheet for Optoma's 4K UHD projectors are available from www.optoma.co.uk
*Amazon Alexa voice control is only currently available in the US, UK and Germany. Google Assistant is available in the US and UK.
Donnerstag, 17. Januar 2019
Business looks brighter with Optoma’s new short throw projectors - W308STe and X308STe
Businesses can show off brighter presentations with Optoma's new W308STe and X308STe short throw projectors. These WXGA and XGA resolution projectors produce an exceptional brightness of up to 3600 lumens to beam vibrant super-sized imagery, even in meeting rooms with ambient light. Both models come with the added benefit of a short throw lens which can project a 100-inch diagonal image on a screen or wall from just over a metre away. This makes it ideal for smaller meeting rooms or huddle spaces.
Kishan Mistry, Senior Product Manager at Optoma EMEA, commented: "Our new short throw projectors offer an extremely cost-effective solution for brighter images in meeting rooms."
The new projectors feature extensive connectivity with multiple inputs including HDMI, VGA and USB power for a quick connection to a laptop, PC, Blu-ray player or media streamer. They can be turned into smart projectors by connecting an HDMI dongle such as Google Chromecast to stream videos or share documents on the big screen.
An audio input can negate the need for additional audio hardware and cabling for businesses. Both projectors also have an integrated 10W speaker and audio out.
Full specifications for the new models are available from www.optoma.co.uk
W308STe and X308STe key features
•Bright lights-on viewing
•HD Ready WXGA (W308STe) and XGA (X308STe)
•Installation flexibility - short throw lens
•Vertical keystone
•Easy connectivity – HDMI, VGA, USB power
•Clear, powerful audio - 10W speaker
Kishan Mistry, Senior Product Manager at Optoma EMEA, commented: "Our new short throw projectors offer an extremely cost-effective solution for brighter images in meeting rooms."
The new projectors feature extensive connectivity with multiple inputs including HDMI, VGA and USB power for a quick connection to a laptop, PC, Blu-ray player or media streamer. They can be turned into smart projectors by connecting an HDMI dongle such as Google Chromecast to stream videos or share documents on the big screen.
An audio input can negate the need for additional audio hardware and cabling for businesses. Both projectors also have an integrated 10W speaker and audio out.
Full specifications for the new models are available from www.optoma.co.uk
W308STe and X308STe key features
•Bright lights-on viewing
•HD Ready WXGA (W308STe) and XGA (X308STe)
•Installation flexibility - short throw lens
•Vertical keystone
•Easy connectivity – HDMI, VGA, USB power
•Clear, powerful audio - 10W speaker
Donnerstag, 10. Januar 2019
Panasonic Launches World’s Smallest 6000 Lumens Laser Portable Projector Range
Panasonic has announced the launch of a portable LCD laser projector range with the smallest and lightest dimensions in its lumens' class. Weighing in at just 7.2kg, the VMZ60 and VMZ50 portable series feature five new models in WUXGA (PT-VMZ60, PT-VMZ50, PT-VMZ40) and WXGA (PT-VMW60, PT-VMW50). The light weight, compact design makes the projectors well suited for transportation between collaborative environments in corporate and education spaces.
Aimed at those looking to affordably transition from lamp to laser with simple screen projection settings, the range features 4,500-6,000 lumens brightness, enabling bright, sharp images with high colour accuracy for engaging images.
Available from March 2019 (VMZ50) and June 2019 (VMZ60), both series promise 20,000 hours of maintenance free operation, due to new cooling technology, refined from our higher brightness range.
The projectors feature a 1.6x zoom lens for short throw-distances, as well as a wide V/H lens-shift. This enhances their flexibility making them ideal for use in small classrooms, meeting rooms, and limited spaces.
4 models are compatible with DIGITAL LINK™, for the simultaneous transmission of video, audio, and control signals through a single LAN cable across distances of up to 150m. Other features include a USB Memory Viewer function, and the potential to bring your own device when opting for the projector's wireless module. This feature allows visitors to connect to the projector via an app and share information and documents regardless of seating location and without any cable hassle.
All projectors also support 4K and 30p signal input, making the range a futureproofed solution to projecting the latest image quality and content.
"Our customers have been asking for an LCD laser solution, for end users whose budget won't stretch to our superior 1-chip DLP™ range," said Hartmut Kulessa, European Marketing Manager at Panasonic. "What we've developed is industry leading in terms of its size, weight and reliability – so these projectors are bound to be incredibly well received."
For more information about Panasonic Visual System Solutions, please visit:
Aimed at those looking to affordably transition from lamp to laser with simple screen projection settings, the range features 4,500-6,000 lumens brightness, enabling bright, sharp images with high colour accuracy for engaging images.
Available from March 2019 (VMZ50) and June 2019 (VMZ60), both series promise 20,000 hours of maintenance free operation, due to new cooling technology, refined from our higher brightness range.
The projectors feature a 1.6x zoom lens for short throw-distances, as well as a wide V/H lens-shift. This enhances their flexibility making them ideal for use in small classrooms, meeting rooms, and limited spaces.
4 models are compatible with DIGITAL LINK™, for the simultaneous transmission of video, audio, and control signals through a single LAN cable across distances of up to 150m. Other features include a USB Memory Viewer function, and the potential to bring your own device when opting for the projector's wireless module. This feature allows visitors to connect to the projector via an app and share information and documents regardless of seating location and without any cable hassle.
All projectors also support 4K and 30p signal input, making the range a futureproofed solution to projecting the latest image quality and content.
"Our customers have been asking for an LCD laser solution, for end users whose budget won't stretch to our superior 1-chip DLP™ range," said Hartmut Kulessa, European Marketing Manager at Panasonic. "What we've developed is industry leading in terms of its size, weight and reliability – so these projectors are bound to be incredibly well received."
For more information about Panasonic Visual System Solutions, please visit:
Optoma launches flexible high-spec projector for professional installation - EH512
Meeting rooms, classrooms and professional environments can now have brighter, sharper imagery with the new easy-to-install high-specification EH512 projector. Boasting a high brightness of 5,000 lumens, this new projector from Optoma is perfect for complex installations that need lights on projection.
It is equipped with a large 1.6x zoom, vertical lens shift and a built-in geometric adjustment feature. This is ideal for uneven walls or awkward installations with difficult angles enabling installers to quickly and simply warp each corner to create a perfectly rectangular image.
The projector includes an integrated 10W speaker and a wide range of inputs for a quick connection to a laptop, PC, Blu-ray player or media streamer. It also allows users to present cable free from a USB stick using the built-in document viewer or show wireless presentations from a mobile device using the optional USB wireless dongle.
Kishan Mistry, Senior Product Manager at Optoma, commented: "The new EH512 offers real flexibility with a range of features - from networking and wireless capabilities to horizontal and vertical keystone, four corner adjustment, large zoom and vertical lens shift."
Full support is provided for Crestron, Extron, AMX, PJ-Link and Telnet LAN commands, which allow almost all aspects of the projector to be monitored and controlled remotely across a network.
Equipped with Optoma's Amazing Colour technology, users have the freedom to select the best setting for the content. Each mode has been fine-tuned by Optoma's expert colour team to ensure superior colour performance.
EH512 key features
•Bright 5000 ANSI lumens
•Installation flexibility – Vertical lens shift and 1.6x zoom
•Ultimate Control - Crestron, Extron, AMX, PJ-Link and Telnet LAN commands
•Horizontal and vertical keystone and four corner adjustment
•Amazing colour technology
•24/7 operation
•Built-in document viewer
•Optional wireless presentation using WUSB and HDCast Pro app
It is equipped with a large 1.6x zoom, vertical lens shift and a built-in geometric adjustment feature. This is ideal for uneven walls or awkward installations with difficult angles enabling installers to quickly and simply warp each corner to create a perfectly rectangular image.
The projector includes an integrated 10W speaker and a wide range of inputs for a quick connection to a laptop, PC, Blu-ray player or media streamer. It also allows users to present cable free from a USB stick using the built-in document viewer or show wireless presentations from a mobile device using the optional USB wireless dongle.
Kishan Mistry, Senior Product Manager at Optoma, commented: "The new EH512 offers real flexibility with a range of features - from networking and wireless capabilities to horizontal and vertical keystone, four corner adjustment, large zoom and vertical lens shift."
Full support is provided for Crestron, Extron, AMX, PJ-Link and Telnet LAN commands, which allow almost all aspects of the projector to be monitored and controlled remotely across a network.
Equipped with Optoma's Amazing Colour technology, users have the freedom to select the best setting for the content. Each mode has been fine-tuned by Optoma's expert colour team to ensure superior colour performance.
EH512 key features
•Bright 5000 ANSI lumens
•Installation flexibility – Vertical lens shift and 1.6x zoom
•Ultimate Control - Crestron, Extron, AMX, PJ-Link and Telnet LAN commands
•Horizontal and vertical keystone and four corner adjustment
•Amazing colour technology
•24/7 operation
•Built-in document viewer
•Optional wireless presentation using WUSB and HDCast Pro app
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