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Sanyo announces 2 new high resolution, high brightness projectors

The Sanyo PDG-DET100JL (Black) and LP-WTC500L (White) are sold at around 1,050,000 Yen / 7,797 Euro / US$10,898. These projectors are Sanyo's latest high-resolution video projectors (SXGA+ 1400x1050 for the DET100JL and XGA for the WTC500L), with an incredible brightness of 7500 lumens (DET100JL) and 5000 lumens (WTC500L). If you are a professional who heavily uses a projector, or you just need to throw away money, then these is an excellent purchase. PR after the jump.

Tokyo, June 17, 2009 - SANYO Electric Co., Ltd. (SANYO) is pleased to announce the launch of two high-resolution high-brightness projector models, the LP-WTC500L on July 21, and the PDG-DET100JL on August 21, 2009.
The PDG-DET100JL is compatible with high-resolution SXGA+ (1,400 x 1,050) and has the highest brightness in its class at 7,500 lumens. In addition, ‘DICOM Simulation Mode precisely reproduces medical-related high-resolution data which makes it ideal for use at medical education institutions.
The LP-WTC500L is compatible with high-resolution Wide XGA (1,280 x 800 dots) and has a high-brightness of 5,000 lumens. Its ‘Lamp Selection System’ automatically selects one of the two installed lamps to project from, enabling the lamp replacement interval to be twice as long as conventional one-lamp models.
Both projectors feature ‘Picture-in-Picture Mode’ and ‘Picture-by-Picture Mode’ for projecting two images simultaneously, thus broadening the range of presentation options.

These projectors will be displayed at the InfoComm 2009 in Orlando, Florida, from June 17 to June 19, 2009.

World's 1st WUXGA HTPS-TFT Panel by Epson

Seiko Epson announced today they began volume production of two recently developed high-temperature polysilicon (HTPS) TFT liquid crystal panels for 3LCD projectors: a 0.94-inch panel capable of WUXGA (1920 x 1200 pixels) resolution, believed to be the first HTPS-TFT panel in the world*, and a new 0.95-inch panel that supports WXGA (1280 x 800 pixels) resolution.

These new panels support high brightness (5000 lumens or more) as a result of the higher aperture ratios achieved by Epson's D7 process technology, while Epson's C2 Fine inorganic alignment layer technology is used to provide higher than ever contrast. These panels provide the means to create versatile 3LCD projectors suited to a wide range of uses and venues, most notably the projection of high-definition moving images on large screens in auditoriums and at events.

The WUXGA panel provides a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels, supporting not only full-HD images (1920 x 1080 pixels) but also the higher resolutions required by special applications. The WXGA panel, which displays approximately 30% more information than an XGA panel, is compatible with output from increasingly popular widescreen PCs, as well as high-definition (1280 x 720) images from HD media players.

Projector applications continue to expand. In addition to being used for business presentations, projectors are gaining wider use in the classroom and in auditoriums, at events using large-screen images, and in movie theaters. Moreover, the demand for widescreen projectors with high brightness and high contrast is growing due to the popularity of widescreen PCs and HD media players.

To meet this market demand, Epson employed the latest process and C2 Fine technologies in the new panels to achieve high-definition projected images with outstanding brightness and contrast.
Epson is committed to supporting the growing range of projector applications by combining its original technologies to expand and enhance its HTPS lineup with panels that further raise the performance of 3LCD projectors.

These new panels feature:

Support of high-definition widescreen images
0.94": WUXGA (1920 x 1200 pixels) - the world's first* WUXGA HTPS-TFT panel
0.95": WXGA (1200 x 800 pixels)

High brightness (5000 lumens or more) enabled by use of D7 process technology

Benefits of C2 Fine, an original Epson technology for achieving high-quality, vivid images by combining an inorganic liquid crystal alignment layer with vertical alignment technology:
High contrast
Smooth images
Jet-black color reproduction

[AkihabaraNews]

Meet Thanko's Super Tiny LED Pico Projector

Thanko’s latest Pico Projector, the MINIJEC1 has dimensions of 61x37x60mm and weighs just 142g. It can easily fit in the palm of your hand and works with PCs, iPods and iPhones.

The MINIHEC1 has a resolution of 640x480, with 10 lumens brightness and a 200:1 contrast ratio. You should be able to see a 45-inch screen with the device 2m away from the projector and 14-inches at only 60cm away.

Price: 29,800 Yen / US$302 / 218 Euro
Region: Japan
Availability: Now!

Sanyo's WiFi enabled projector announced for the U.S.

Sanyo has just announced that the LP-WX700, the world's first projector to feature built-in 802.11n WiFi, will be heading stateside next month! The price is expected to be $2,995.

Specs include: WXGA resolution, with 3,800 lumens, a 500:1 contrast ratio, a USB port, LAN port and your other basic inputs.

CHATSWORTH, Calif., May 19 /PRNewswire/ -- SANYO, one of the world's largest manufacturers of LCD and DLP projectors adds the portable widescreen WXGA PLC-WXU700 LCD projector to their broad lineup of projectors. Key features of the projector include the world's first high-speed 802.11n wireless LAN capability, video streaming, full (1280x800) WXGA resolution, 3800 lumens and compatibility with the Windows Vista(R) Network Projector Function.

"The Widescreen WXGA Ultra Portable Projector market is expected to grow significantly in 2009," says Mark Holt, Vice President and General Manager for SANYO's Presentation Technologies Division. "The PLC-WXU700 was designed with the most advanced features to meet the needs of the market with the industry's first high-speed 'n' wireless functionality, video streaming and the highest brightness in its class for superior images in any environment."

IEEE802.11n High-Speed Wireless LAN Functionality and HD Video Playback

The WXGA PLC-WXU700 is the first projector to offer IEEE802.11n high-speed wireless LAN capabilities, significantly increasing transmission speeds currently available for portable projectors with wireless functionality. Seamless video playback is performed using advanced video streaming, which allows playback of video stored on a computer's hard drive to start playback even as the file is being streamed, or downloaded to the projector. The projector's video streaming and playback is compatible with MPEG1, MPEG2, MPEG4, and WMV file types.

Incorporating Windows(R) Embedded CE 6.0 software, the PLC-WXU700 can be used as a network projector on any computer running Windows Vista(R). The content on any PC monitor from a LAN can be transmitted wirelessly to the projector, eliminating a complicated setup with special programs or drivers. By opening Windows Vista Network Projector function on a PC, the computer will search for the projector and complete the connection with a single click.

Additionally, images and video saved on a portable USB memory drive can be instantly read and projected even without a computer, due to the projector's Memory Viewer Function. By inserting SANYO's USB memory drive into any PC or MAC with wireless capability, only a single click (in most cases) is required to create a wireless connection to the projector. Instantly, the computer's screen is projected. No special programs or drivers need to be installed on the computer because the projector's USB terminal even allows the use of computers that do not have CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drives, such as newly popular Netbooks.

Easy Set-up Functions

The PLC-WXU700 incorporates SANYO's latest Easy Set-up Function, which includes: Auto Input Signal Search, Auto Vertical Keystone Correction, and a Guidance Function. The Auto Input Signal Search automatically detects the input signal and makes the necessary internal settings. The Auto Vertical Keystone Correction function automatically detects its position angle and corrects for any image distortion. And finally, the Guidance Function displays on-screen connection instructions when there is no input signal detected, enabling easy setup for expert users and novices alike.

The projector's power turns on as soon as the power cord is connected. There is no need to press any buttons on the remote control or the projector. Moreover, there is no need to wait for the lamp to cool down after a presentation. The power cord can be disconnected immediately after turning off the projector. This makes it possible to set up and move through a presentation quickly or on the fly and it saves energy too!

Other Features

A widescreen native aspect ratio (1280 x 800) is compatible with today's more popular computer monitor and laptop aspect ratios. While compact and lightweight, at less than eight pounds, the projector boasts the brightest image of its class. By delivering a super bright 3800 lumens it is perfect for brightly lit conference halls and classrooms. The PLC-WXU700 is also equipped with improved light usage efficiency from a high-output 275-watt lamp. It also employs SANYO's latest optical engine and cooling technologies to ensure maximum image quality and performance.

The PLC-WXU700 offers Picture-In-Picture and Picture-By-Picture functions plus the wide 1.6x optical zoom lens that allows for flexible placement, regardless of the size of the room, or where the projector is located. The optical zoom lens allows for screen size adjustments and maintains image quality at the full zoom setting. Due to the 1280 x 800 (16:10) resolution, the projector can be used in a variety of applications, making it capable of projecting high definition images from cable/satellite or DVD sources or delivering a computer presentation.

The environmental impact of the PLC-WXU700 was carefully considered in its design, conforming to the European RoHS Directive and using packaging that contains pulp molds, which can be recycled as used paper.

    Specifications
Native resolution: 1280 x 800 (WXGA)
Aspect ratio: 16:10
Contrast Ratio: 500:1
Brightness: 3800 Lumens
Screen Size: Minimum 40", maximum 300"
Uniformity: 85%
Projection Lamp: 275W
Video inputs: HDMI, D-sub 15 x 2 (Analog RGB or Component formats), S-video,
 composite
Monitor out: D-Sub 15 (Analog RGB format)
Other Ports: RS-232 (D-sub 9), USB-A (Memory Viewer), USB-B (Mouse
Controller)
Wired Communications port: RJ45 (100Base-TX/10Base-T)
Wireless Protocol: IEEE802.11b/g/n Draft 2.0
Dimensions: 13.15" (W) x 3.1" (H) x 10.14" (D) (not including protruding
 parts)
Weight: 7.9 pounds

The PLC-WXU700 will be available in June 2009 and has suggested retail
price of $2995.

About SANYO

SANYO Electric Co., Ltd. is a multi-billion dollar, leading company for energy and environment, providing solutions for environment, energy and for lifestyle applications based on its brand vision 'Think GAIA.' SANYO Fisher Company (a division of SANYO North America Corporation, a subsidiary of SANYO Electric Co., Ltd.), based in Chatsworth, California, is a service and sales company that markets digital projectors, digital still cameras, digital media camcorders, home appliances, security video equipment, audio systems, portable and mobile electronics and HD televisions.

[Sanyo]