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Sharp Showcases Growing Professional Projector Line and AQUOS(R) LCD TV Display Options at InfoComm 2009
Sharp Continues to Expand Its Wide XGA DLP(R) (BrilliantColor(TM) and 3-Chip) and 3-LCD WXGA Projector Offerings
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ORLANDO, FL--(Marketwire - June 17, 2009) - INFOCOMM 2009 - ORANGE COUNTY CONVENTION CENTER
- BOOTH #4701 -- Sharp is demonstrating its wide breadth of projection
solutions at InfoComm 2009, with offerings for almost any type of business
presentation. With brightness solutions ranging from 2400 to 6000 Lumens,
designs that vary between basic portable units up through integration and
large-venue models and projectors in standard throw as well as short-throw
designs, Sharp is solidifying its strong presence in the market. The
extensive Sharp projector suite includes BrilliantColor DLP models,
3-LCD models and 3-chip DLP models. For clear and accurate images, Sharp
also continues to expand its Wide XGA offerings, with BrilliantColor DLP,
3-LCD and 3-Chip DLP projectors from 2500 to 5200 ANSI Lumens.
At InfoComm 2009, Sharp is introducing the PG-F325W, a Wide XGA DLP
BrilliantColor projector with 3000 ANSI Lumens that combines vibrant color
reproduction, exceptional compatibility, reliability and affordability.
Additionally, Sharp will be showing a prototype BrilliantColor 3-D DLP
model. Using Texas Instruments' 3-D DLP technology, this prototype
projector will enable interactive learning and enhanced 3-D presentations
for classrooms and conference rooms. The high resolution active
stereoscopic single-chip DLP technology delivers applications for
scientific visualization, simulation and entertainment environments. Using
3-D shutter glasses with 120 Hz refresh rate for flicker-free images, the
projector is designed to offer compatibility with both 3-D and 2-D content.
Sharp's
AQUOS® line of LCD TVs continues to be a popular choice for corporate
installations. At the show, Sharp will showcase its AQUOS "E" Series LCD
TVs for use in home theater and multimedia (data and video), digital
signage and display applications. This series provides an affordable
complement for display and presentation opportunities requiring accurate
and precise image reproduction.
"Projectors have been a large focal point for Sharp this year, with
new introductions across the board -- bringing the company's first
short-throw projector to market, making waves in the 3-chip DLP market with
a price and performance breakthrough product and rounding out its Wide XGA
suite with a variety of options in BrilliantColor DLP, 3-chip DLP and
3-LCD," said Dan Wynne, senior director of marketing, Professional Display
Division, Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America. "Our full
line-up of conference/classroom projectors for portable use or permanent
installations to our large-venue 3-chip offerings, provide diverse
solutions with unparalleled image quality and long-term reliability to meet
any customer need."
The Sharp display solutions at InfoComm are ideal for corporate, government
and educational facilities, houses of worship, rental/staging as well as
being used for trade shows, videoconferencing and digital signage. All
current Sharp "PG" and "XG" series projection systems are backed by a
3-year parts and labor limited warranty that includes 3 years of Sharp
industry-leading 24-hour turnaround "ER" Express Repair support. (90 day
warranty on user-replaceable projection lamps.) The following key products
and series will be showcased at InfoComm. For additional details, please
see individual press releases.
Sharp PG-F325W WXGA Brilliant Color DLP Projector
Sharp enhances its WXGA offerings with a 3000 ANSI Lumens professional DLP
Brilliant Color projector that combines vibrant color reproduction,
exceptional compatibility, reliability and affordability. The PG-F325W can
display full 720p from HD sources and pixel perfect 1280 x 800 (16:10
aspect ratio) WXGA resolution from the newest generation PCs. The
projector also provides an expanded color palette for more realistic and
lifelike images, utilizing BrilliantColor technology with multi-color
processing. With RJ-45 LAN connectivity, advanced HDCP Compliant DVI-I
input, and built-in closed caption, the PG-F325W meets the needs of
corporate, education and house of worship settings. DLP sealed system along
with filter-free design and ultra-quiet cooling fans makes the PG-F325W a
projector of choice for rental/staging, government and other extended-use
environments. The PG-F325W is a step-up model to the PG-F255W (2500 ANSI
Lumens, WXGA) which continues in the line.
Sharp XG-P560W 3-Chip DLP WXGA Installation/Integration and Large-Venue
Projector
The Sharp
XG-P560W WXGA 3-chip DLP Projector offers a price performance
breakthrough, providing among the highest color accuracy levels, image
quality and reliability in front projection. Designed for integrated
systems including conference rooms, boardrooms, lecture halls, houses of
worship, control rooms, rental/staging and other large-venue installations,
the XG-P560W DLP Projector features 5200 ANSI Lumens, WXGA (1280 x 800)
resolution and 1800:1 contrast ratio for a bright picture in almost any
lighting setting. The 3-chip DLP projector offers compatibility with
standard RGB and video sources, as well as 720p HDTV and "pixel perfect"
1280 x 800 resolution from the newest PCs. The projector also includes a
power zoom lens with motorized H/V lens shift, seven lens options, and
broad connectivity. The projector is available with a standard lens
(XG-P560W) and without the lens (XG-P560WN).
Sharp XG-P610X 3-Chip DLP XGA Installation/Integration and Large-Venue
Projector
The 6000 ANSI Lumens
XG-P610X 3-chip DLP projector breaks industry barriers with
unparalleled picture quality and brightness at an affordable and
competitive price point. This 3-chip DLP XGA Professional Projector
combines extensive projector features from Sharp with Texas Instruments'
advanced 3-chip DLP technology. Combining high brightness, 1800:1 contrast
ratio, XGA native resolution, seven lens options and redundant reliability
through a
dual-lamp lighting system, the XG-P610X is ideal for facilities that need a
powerful, permanently-installed display device, including rental and
staging, corporate, university and government, houses of worship and other
large venues. The projector is available with a standard lens (XG-P610X)
and without the lens (XG-P610XN).
Sharp BrilliantColor DLP Conference / Classroom Projectors
Sharp's "F" and "D" series
BrilliantColor DLP conference / classroom projector line-up includes
nine models -- from 2400 ANSI Lumens to 4200 ANSI Lumens, in XGA and WXGA
native resolutions and in standard and new short-throw designs. Ideal for
corporate and education markets, these projectors provide enhanced colors
and enriched images, utilizing Texas Instruments' BrilliantColor
multi-color processing. A 6-segment color wheel adds yellow and cyan
segments to improve color reproduction while maintaining high brightness,
ensuring that all projected images are uniform.
BrilliantColor XGA resolution models include the new short-throw PG-F267X
(2500 ANSI Lumens) -- which projects a 60" diagonal image from a distance
of only 30.7" and a 100" diagonal image from a distance of only 51.2", the
PG-F212XL (2400 ANSI Lumens), PG-F262X (2600 ANSI Lumens), PG-F312X and
PG-F317X (3000 ANSI Lumens), and the new PG-D4010X (4200 ANSI Lumens).
WXGA resolution models include the PG-F255W (2500 ANSI Lumens), new
PG-F325W (3000 ANSI Lumens) and new PG-D3750W (3700 ANSI Lumens).
All models incorporate RS-232C connectivity with several models adding
built-in network connection through an RJ-45 LAN Connector for remote
control and access by a Web browser for diagnostics. All of the above "F"
and "D" series projectors additionally need no filter and less maintenance
resulting in lower cost of ownership. The new "D" series of conference /
classroom projectors further adds a 10 Watt audio system (5-watts per
channel stereo) enabling high quality audio in presentations without the
need for a separate sound system.
3-LCD Projectors
The Sharp "C" Series LCD Projector line-up includes the 3-LCD Wide XGA
Conference/Classroom XG-C455W as well as XGA models XG-C335X, XG-C435X and
XG-C465X, offering 3-LCD technology for superior color accuracy and image
detail. Designed for use in most any educational, corporate, government or
house of worship setting, the projectors offer high performance,
flexibility and reliability. Utilizing three polysilicon LCDs, and with
high brightness (4000 ANSI Lumens - XG-C455W, 3500 ANSI Lumens - XG-C335X,
4000 ANSI Lumens - XG-C435X and 4500 ANSI Lumens - XG-C465X), the units
project brilliant, uniform, high quality images. Extensive connectivity
includes a built-in LAN (RJ-45) terminal, compatibility with standard RGB
and video sources, DVI-D with HDCP compatibility, as well as RS-232C
control and a port for a wired remote control. In addition to a standard
zoom lens, the projectors offer four optional lenses, and with Sharp's
rapid release lens mechanism, lens changes are quick and virtually
effortless.
AQUOS E Series LCD TVs
Sharp is showcasing its widescreen series of Full HD1080p HDTV AQUOS LCD
TVs, available in 52- (52 1/32" diagonal), 46- (45 63/64" diagonal) and
40-inch (40" diagonal) screen size class units. The LC-52E77UN, LC-46E77UN
and LC-40E77UN feature a dramatically bright and crisp picture, ideal for
home theater and can also be used in digital signage and commercial display
settings. The three E77UN models also include Fine Motion Enhanced
technology for 120 Hz Frame Rate Conversion, fast pixel response time of
4ms, and wide viewing angles of 176 degrees, for a variety of placement in
different home theater and commercial applications. Additionally, these
units include five HDMI™ inputs and two HD component terminals, all of
which are compatible with 1080p signals from Blu-ray™ and other new
devices, in addition to RS-232C for custom installations and a dedicated PC
input. The LC-40E67U also includes 6ms fast pixel response time, 176
degree viewing angles, and four HDMI inputs and 2 HD component terminals.
The E series is Energy Star qualified, complying with the most recent
Energy Star standards and also offers energy saving through Sharp's OPC
function, to automatically adjust the unit's brightness based on the
lighting of the room.
Sharp LCD TVs (Models LC-22DV27UT and LC-22SB27UT)
The Sharp LC-22DV27UT and LC-22SB27UT LCD TVs offer space-saving designs
and added convenience features designed for consumers looking to upgrade
old CRT TVs, add a second set to the home or to create captivating
commercial applications. Available in 22-inch class (21.6" diagonal)
screen size, model LC-22DV27U delivers a slim and versatile all-in-one-TV
and video solution with the addition of a built-in DVD player. The 22-inch
class (21.6" diagonal) screen size LC-22SB27U gives consumers another
high-definition option with advanced features and a distinctively small
footprint. The models include HDMI™ and an HD component input for
simple, versatile set-up with high-definition compatibility. A PC input
allows these small-screen LCDs to function as a computer monitor.
1080p DLP® Home Theater Front Projector (model XV-Z15000)
Sharp brings home theater to the forefront with the 1080p DLP home theater
front projector that represents an outstanding value in the home theater
market. The
XV-Z15000 projector bundles an unprecedented 30,000:1 dynamic contrast
ratio and high brightness in a price-competitive model, recreating a true
cinematic experience. Featuring a sleek high-gloss black design, the
XV-Z15000 utilizes a single 1080p DLP 0.65" DMD chip from Texas Instruments
(TI) to create one of the most spectacular images available in projection
today. The true widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio projector provides
cinema-quality images so consumers can enjoy movies in their original
widescreen format, from the comfort of their own home. A 24 Hz film mode
delivers the accurate representation of the film's originally intended
frame rate, giving consumers a more realistic viewing experience. A high
brightness level of 1600 ANSI Lumens delivers a magnificent and
crystal-clear picture and a 6 Segment 6-Speed color wheel achieves
flicker-free, high-grade images and accurate color reproduction for an
uninterrupted image. A powered iris switchover function gives the consumer
enhanced control over brightness and contrast settings with the touch of a
button on the remote control, providing flexibility in varying home theater
environments with different lighting situations. For easier installations,
the model includes two HDMI™ terminals (version 1.3 with x.v.Color) to
ensure a secure digital connection with all high-definition set top boxes
or Blu-ray players and an RS-232C input for custom installations.
Sharp offers a full line of portable, conference/classroom and system
integration / large-venue projectors for purchase, lease or rental through
its national network of authorized dealers and resellers. For more
information, please contact Sharp Electronics Corporation, Professional
Display Division, Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, NJ 07495-1163, or call 866-4-VISUAL
(866-484-7825). For online product information, visit the Sharp LCD
Products Division Web site at www.SharpUSA.com/projectors or e-mail:
ProLCD@SharpUSA.com.
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