Vivitek announced four new HD projectors that target the professional, business and venue markets. The D8800 is the new flagship with native WUXGA (1,920x1,200) resolution, 8,000 lumens brightness and a 3,000:1 contrast ratio. the projector comes with built-in edge-blending and warping capabilities, six interchangeable bayonet-style lens options and interfaces for HDMI v1.3, DVI-D, 3G-HDSDI-in/out, BNC, VGA-In, Composite, S-Video, RJ-45 and RS-232c. Available in Q3, the D880 will sell for a suggested retail price of $20,000.
An option below is the D5280U, which also runs at 1,920x1,200 pixels, but provides 4,500 lumens and a contrast ratio of 2,200:1. the device supports three interchangeable and is priced at $5500. If you can klive without the interchangeable lens option, and a resolution of 1080p, Vivitek offers the D7180HD with 3,400 Lumens and 1,800:1 contrast ratio for $3,000.
For the business traveler, the company announced the Qumi Q5, a compact projector that delivers up to 500 lumens of brightness and a 10,000:1 contrast ratio. The device integrates Wi-Fi capability, weighs about 1.1 lbs and promises at least 30,000 LED hours. The Q5 will also ship in Q3 and retail for $800.
Check out the full specs listing below.
D5280U Key Features/Specifications:
- Native WUXGA (1920x1200) resolution
- 4500 ANSI lumens with a 2200:1 contrast ratio
- Centered lens design with manual lens shift (vertical/horizontal)
- Three (3) interchangeable bayonet-style lens options
- DLP® and BrilliantColor™ technologies from Texas Instruments
- Connectivity options include: HDMI v1.3, VGA-in, Composite video, S-video, Component video, BNC, Display Port, 12V Trigger, RJ-45 and RS-232c
- Available: Q4 2012 | MSRP: $5,499
D8800 Key Features/Specifications:
- Native WUXGA (1920x1200) resolution
- 8000 lumens and 3000:1 contrast ratio
- Dual-lamp technology and interchangeable color wheel option
- Centered lens design with six (6) interchangeable bayonet-style lens options
- Built-in edge-blending and warping capabilities
- Motorized lens shift (vertical/horizontal) and power zoom/focus
- Connectivity options include: HDMI v1.3, DVI-D, 3G-HDSDI-in/out, BNC, VGA-In, Composite, S-Video, RJ-45 and RS-232c
- Available: Q3 2012 | MSRP: $19,999
D7180HD Key Features/Specifications:
- Native 1080p (1920x1080) resolution
- 3400 Lumens and 1800:1 Contrast Ratio
- DLP® and BrilliantColor™ technologies from Texas Instruments
- Six (6) segment VividWheel
- Connectivity options include: HDMI v1.3, VGA-In, Component and Composite video, S-video and RJ45
- Built-in 10W audio speaker
- Available: Q4 2012 | MSRP: $2,999.00
Qumi Q5 Key Features/Specifications:
- Native 720p/WXGA (1280x800) resolution
- Up to 500 lumens of brightness and a 10,000:1 contrast ratio
- 3D-Ready (via DLP Link) and a DLP chipset from Texas Instruments
- 1.1 pounds; Dimensions: 6.3”(w) x 1.2”(h) x 3.9”(d)
- 30,000+ estimated LED hours of operation
- 4G built-in memory and USB port for memory expansion to display content
- Wireless capability through Wi-Fi USB dongle (optional accessory)
- Connectivity options include: HDMI, Universal I/O, AV mini-jack audio-in/out
- Offered in a black, white, blue, red or yellow finish
- Available: Q3 2012 | MSRP: $799.00
