Hitachi introduces new models to extend capability and convenience of Multi Purpose LCD projector family

Hitachi introduces advanced new Multi Purpose projectors

• Improved usability: Updates to popular features improves usability in areas such as projector management, networking capability, PC-Less presentation, Template function and Input Source Naming
• Network enabled: Five new models offer integrated networking in a smaller, lighter package as well as many new powerful and convenient network features
• Latest features: Many models include HDMI connectivity as well as long life lamp and Super Hybrid Filter. Mobile models feature a front facing air vent and new blank button. Networked models have microphone input with balance adjustment.
• Reduced environmental footprint: Energy efficient Hitachi projectors reduce energy consumption and environmental impact during manufacturing, distribution and operation

New upgraded projectors include network enabled variants and powerful mobile models

Hitachi Digital Media Group announces two new series of powerful Multi Purpose LCD projectors that bring network-connected flexibility and mobile convenience to education and general purpose users. In all, eleven new models are being added to the existing highly successful Multi Purpose range, five new network capable variants and six innovative new mobile projectors. Each one offers improvements in performance, capability and convenience at the same time as reducing carbon footprint and environmental impact.

“These new projectors are smaller and lighter, more economical and have less impact of the environment than their predecessors while being more powerful and even easier to use,” said Axel Kutschke, Senior Manager, Presentation Products for Hitachi Digital Media Group. “This new Multi Purpose family demonstrates our commitment to deliver Hitachi innovations across the full range of LCD projectors."

The five network enabled models, respectively the CP-X2511N, the CP-X3011N, the CP-X4011N, the widescreen CP-WX3011N and the education market specific ED-X45N include upgrades and improvements to virtually all areas.

• Physical dimensions have been dramatically reduced in comparison with earlier network-enabled models as a result of an integration of the networking features onto the main board.

• Networking capability has been upgraded significantly with a range of advanced features that offer plenty of options for displaying images and messages over the network.

• PC-Less presentation for presenting directly from a USB memory device now has a thumbnail image feature which allows easier image selection as well as a new slideshow function. The new USB display feature also allows the easy projection of PC images via a USB cable and three simple mouse clicks.

• Projector management has been improved to support efficient installation, operation and management.

• An updated centralised reporting function supports the collection of status data from all the projectors connected to the network. This is particularly useful for highlighting potential issues early but also for scheduling the infrequent maintenance activity.

• A new messenger function supports the sending and displaying of text messages to any or all projectors on the network either instantly or at predetermined times.

• The Hitachi Active Iris that produces consistently high contrast ratios of 2000:1, delivering distinct pure black levels even when displaying dark scenes.

• To complement the high quality LCD image is a powerful 16W internal speaker system. This can be used in Audio Pass Through mode when the projector is in standby mode that enables sound output when the lamp is not needed for projection.

• The microphone, which can be easily mixed with the background audio, is particularly useful in medium and large sized rooms without sound systems.

A new compact, low weight mobile range comprised of the CP-RX79, the CP-X2520, the CP-X3020 and the three education market specific ED-X50, ED-X52 and the ED-X26, brings the latest features to this category for the first time.

• To dramatically improve the comfort of audiences in meeting rooms and classrooms, these models feature a front-facing air vent that directs the hot exhaust away from both the audience and the projection lens.

• The new BLANK button provides an instantaneous blank screen that operates much faster than a mechanical shutter. If this facility is not needed the actual button can be customised to perform any function from the menu on the My Button.

There are also improvements to other popular Hitachi features.

• Input Source Naming now displays simple icon labels in addition to user selected names.

• The template feature for drawing lines and grids on the screen also now includes a world map.

• The magnify feature provides an electronic zoom together with the zoom position guide, offering an easy way to expand key areas of the screen to get to hidden detail.

• Updates and improvements to menu and control functions mean that these projectors are even easier to set up and use than their predecessors.

• The one area that remains common to the whole range are the security features such as the Transition Detector and the security bar that have helped to make Hitachi projectors popular with schools, colleges and businesses alike.

All eleven new models are engineered to have the least possible impact on the environment. The production process reduces harmful emissions with paint-free projector casings while the impact of distribution is minimised by smaller, recyclable shipping cartons. All but one of the new projectors features long life components such as the lamp and the Super Hybrid Filter that minimise electronic waste and provide up to 6000 hours service between maintenance intervals.

The CP-X2511N and ED-X45N are available now, while the other models the other models will be released in the coming weeks.

All the projectors are offered with a comprehensive range of warranty options available on top of the basic 3 year warranty that is included. Education specific models are offered with a special education warranty that includes a 3-year warranty for lamp and projector.

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