Hitachi

At InfoComm 2011, Hitachi America Digital Media Division, Business Solutions Group announced the introduction of its CP-X2514WN 3LCD projector, upgraded from the previous model with the addition of wireless operation and networking capability. Suitable for use in medium-size classrooms and boardrooms, the CP-X2514WN delivers 2,700 ANSI lumens brightness with XGA resolution and a 3000:1 contrast ratio.

The CP-X2514WN's optional wireless capability enables a laptop or desktop computer to be connected to the projector without cables, eliminating the need to place the computer close to the projector.

The CP-X2514WN offers networking capability, allowing it to be remotely controlled via a LAN network connection. Hitachi's exclusive PJMan Projector Management software gives users the ability to operate and monitor the CP-X2514WN from a remote location, and receive diagnostic information. The projector's Campus Notification System, which allows administrators to take control and display pre-stored images to each projector on the network, is also equipped with an audio alarm.

The CP-X2514WN features Crestron RoomView software, providing a custom configurable interface to monitor, manage and control every device in every room remotely from any computer.

The CP-X2514WN offers Multi-Projector functionality, allowing users to project the same image to up to 12 different projectors simultaneously. This is useful for meetings and lectures in large venues where a single screen would not be sufficient. In addition, the CP-X2514WN's Moderator Control Mode lets users network 50 computers to a single projector, with one computer acting as the moderator. The presenter can use the moderator computer to select and project images from the students' computers.

The CP-X2514WN weighs 8.2 pounds and measures 12.5 x 3.9 x 11.3 inches and can project images up to 300 inches. Another feature is the projector's Template function that displays white or black lines, making writing on a whiteboard or blackboard easier. The projector's exclusive Whiteboard Mode adjusts the projector's brightness when used with a whiteboard, reducing glare and eye strain.

The Hitachi CP-X2514WN provides HDMI, S-Video and composite video inputs, RGB computer video inputs and a monitor output, two RCA audio inputs, and an audio output. It includes a built-in 16-watt amplifier and speaker and has an audio pass-through function that enables the audio to play through the projector's audio output even in standby mode when only sound is required. The CP-X2514WN's RS-232C enables it to be controlled as part of an integrated A/V system.

The CP-X2514WN Input Source Naming function lets a user customise the names of input sources instead of using the factory default settings. The projector has a lamp life of 3,000 hours in Standard mode and 6,000 hours in Eco (power saving) mode.