New NEC Projectors Designed To Enhance Collaboration
NEC has unveiled
two new short-throw projectors designed to encourage more collaboration
among
users.
The
new M333XS and the M353WS allow up to 16
devices — PCs, tablets and smartphones — to connect wirelessly to the
projectors
at the same time. Thumbnail images can give presenters visibility to
each
participating device so they can easily toggle back and forth between
content.
The
projectors also include NEC's DisplayNote
software that allows users to automatically save any notes they may use
during
presentations.
"The
M series projectors subscribe to a 'bring
your own device' philosophy with their wireless capabilities," said NEC Senior Product Manager Bob Guentner, "and let educators
determine
what sources to display on screen in an instant."
The
M333XS is equipped with 3,300 lumens and has
a 0.6:1 throw ratio. The M353WS has 3,500 lumens and a 0.48:1 throw
ratio. Each
model delivers high-contrast images (10,000:1) and is filter-free. An
ambient
light sensor increases the lamp life up to 8,000 hours and both models
have
quick-start and auto power functions.
Other features include:
- 1,24 x 768 and 1,366 x 768 native resolutions,
respectively;
- DLP engine;
- HDMI 3D display;
- Dual HDMI inputs;
- Keystone correction technology;
- A 20-watt speaker; and
- Microphone input.
The
M33XS and M353WS are now available and carry
minimum advertised prices of $959 and $1,069, respectively. They have
two-year
limited warranties on parts and labor and the warranty on the lamp is
for 500
hours or one year, whichever comes first.
About the Author
Michael Hart is a Los Angeles-based freelance writer and the former executive editor of THE Journal.