NEC Launches HD Ultra-Short-Throw Projector
NEC
Display Solutions of America has unveiled a new
HD projector, one of the first with ultra-short-throw
capabilities.
The new U321H
has a throw ratio of 0.25:1, helping to
eliminate shadows on the screen along with the projected light in the
presenter’s
eyes that is sometimes created by traditional front projection systems.
The
projector includes an 8-watt speaker, closed captioning and remote
management
features.
Its ECO Mode technology can
increase the
life of the lamp to up to 4,000 hours, all while lowering power
consumption and
maintenance costs. It is compatible with NEC's DisplayNote Software, an
app
that lets presenters and participants present and share content from any
platform or device. In late July, the U321H will also feature either
multi-pen
or finger-touch modules.
Among other features of the U321H include:
- A dedicated HDMI/MHL input;
- Vertical keystone correction;
- Dual HDMI inputs;
- 3D display; and
- 10,000:1 contrast ratio.
The projector is available as a bundle with a wall
mount kit.
With a 2-year limited parts and labor warranty, the
U321H
projector is now available at an estimated $2,299. With the multi-pen
module
and custom wall mount, the cost in July will be $2,949 and the bundle
including
the projector, touch module and wall mount will cost $3,249.
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