Toshiba announced the release of its latest mobile projector, the TDP-SP1U. Weighing in at 4.8 lbs, the projector is among the lightest portable offerings in its class, and offers a native SVGA (800×600) resolution along with a 2,000:1 contrast ratio. Unlike typical projectors that make do with four colors, Toshiba’s DLP BrilliantColor technology uses six separate colors for a brighter and more vivid picture. Brightness is rated at 2,200 lumens, while the lamp life is rated at 3,000 hours in standard mode, or 4,000 in economy mode. Video inputs include a VGA, RCA and S-Video connections.

The TDP-SP1U is currently available for purchase, and takes up the entry-level price point in Toshiba’s projector line-up at nearly $720.

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Epson Korea launched 3LCD projectors ‘Korea Series’ including ‘EB-G5000′, ‘EB-G5100′, ‘EB-G5150′, ‘EB-G5300′, ‘EB-G5350, and ‘EB-G5200W’.

Supporting at least 4,000 ANSI Lumens, these projectors are equipped with Epson’s latest 3LCD display technology to provide superb colors and deep blacks. In particular, the EB-G5200W supports WXGA(1280*800) resolution with an aspect of 16:9.

Offering 29dB noise, the Korea Series features Direct Power-On function that allows for projectors to startup without pressing the power button, while adopts 1.8X lens enabling users to project images onto a 100-inch screen from a distance of 3 meters.

Canon today launched two new projectors to add to its flagship REALiS line that make use of liquid crystal on silicon (LCoS) technology with the REALiS WUX10 and REALiS SX80.

The WUX10 becomes the company’s top-of-the-line offering in the category; at just 0.7 inches, the WUX10’s three LCoS panels are the smallest in any projector with a 1920×1200 (WUXGA) native resolution. Both new products feature Canon’s new optical engine, AISYS, that more uniformly disperses the light from the lamp to provide gains in brightness, contrast, resolution and compact packaging. The WUX10 is rated at 3200 lumens brightness and 1000:1 contrast ratio, while its 16:10 aspect ratio can show the entire wide screen of a Mac or PC. The size of the image the WUX10 is capable or projecting ranges from 40 to 300 inches. Inputs include DVI-I, HDMI, RCA, VGA, D-Sub9 (IBM PC video, UPS), and three RCA audio inputs as well as an RJ-45 network jack. The output side includes one RCA audio output and a VGA port.

The SX80 achieves a maximum resolution of 1400×1050 pixels (SXGA+) thanks to its three 0.55-inch LCoS panels, with the company claiming it’s the world’s first to offer PictBridge connectivity (though it shares that honor with the WUX10) that allows it to display images and video originating from devices such as digital cameras or USB and Flash drives via a USB connection, not requiring a computer. With 3000 lumens brightness and a 900:1 contrast ratio, the SX80 sports a standard 4:3 aspect ratio and shares the same type and amount of inputs and outputs as the WUX10.

The WUX10 is scheduled for an October, 2008 release, priced at nearly $13,000. The SX80 will launch later in June and carry a $4,000 sticker.

Epson’s EX90 ultrabright projector, built specifically for high-impact presentations, and featuring 2600 lumens of brightness, XGA resolution and 3-Chip LCD technology. Requiring virtually no start-up time, the EX90 can project a welcome screen only 5 seconds after the power button is pressed. And once a presentation is done, Epson’s Instant Off allows the six-pound portable projector to be packed up and hauled off without any cool-off time. The EX90 is flexible enough to bring home too after the business day is done, allowing you to watch high-definition video (up to 720p/1080i) via a bunch of connectivity options. A 1.2x zoom lens makes sure the EX90 can project a clear image from both far and short distances, further clarified by auto keystone correction. Including a 2-year limited warranty and plenty of technical support assistance, the Epson EX90 multimedia business projector will set you back $899.

Panasonic Projectors Systems Company announced today two new LCD projectors designed for fixed installations, the PT-F200NTU and the PT-F200U. Both projectors feature long-lasting brightness with 3,500 Lumens that ensure reliability through 5,000 hours, vertical and horizontal lens-shift, closed caption capability for hearing-impaired, and cost reducing properties. They also feature Auto Rolling Filter (ARF), which is a feature that reduces maintenance costs that deal with dust build-up and air contamination. Also featured with the projectors is a fourth-generation Daylight View 4 image-processing which includes Edge Enhancement. The PT-F200NTU features a built-in wireless local-area network capability which supports the Japanese issued PJLink protocol. To purchase one of the projectors, you can look at a cost of around $4,499 for the PT-F200NTU and around $3,999 for the PT-F200U. Panasonic Projector Systems Company is a supplier of projector systems in the United States and is a unit of Panasonic Corporation.
[via Business Wire]

Planar’s PD8130 and PD8150 1080p single-chip projectors, designed exclusively for your home theater, are shipping in high-gloss black for $5999 and $7999 respectively. The Planar PD8130 has a 10000:1 contrast ratio and multiple HDMI and component connections while the Planar PD8150 has a 15000:1 contrast ratio, HDMI 1.3 and 12-bit Deep Color.

Both projectors have a number of features in common including Planar video processing technology with Dynamic Black and BrilliantColor enhancement, horizontal and vertical lens shift, sharpness and noise reduction controls, ISF day and night calibration memory settings, programmable image memory selection keys, built-in test patterns and an easy-to-use remote.

British manufacturer Meridian is popping its latest projector over the pond—and into your home theater.

The MF10 uses the latest in D-ILA (Digital Direct Drive Image Light Amplifier) light-engine technology, in a three-chip 1080p array. Aside from the 16-element glass lens, specs include a hearty 30,000:1 native contrast ratio, a 1,920 x 1,080 resolution, 700 lumens, DSP video processing, and HDMI 1.3 support.

Also the 2x zoom means that you can have a bigger picture, even if you don’t have the space to back it up; projection sizes range from 60 to 200 inches.

An optional 2.35:1 Cinemascop conversion kit is also available for those wanting to kick their entertainment up a notch. Speaking of add-ons, Meridian also just announced the DVP2351 ($3,995) digital video processor for an extra kick to your viewing pleasure.

The MF10 is available now for $14,995.