Projectors Updated December 19, 2005 Portable projectors have long been a favorite tool for traveling professionals. Rather than have everyone huddle around a laptop screen, you can turn your presentation into a cinematic experience. In the past, projectors were so bulky and expensive that only hardened presentation pros would choose to lug them around. As with all technology, though, the times are changing. The latest portable projectors are lighter and cheaper, and they deliver markedly better performance. This makes them more attractive and more affordable for any business on its feet. Each of these projectors costs less than $800 and weighs less than most laptops. Yet the best models offer features and image quality that will shine at client meetings. |
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Toshiba TLP-S30U |
Hitachi CP-RS55 LCD projector |
Sharp Notevision PG-B10S |
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| Review date | September 8, 2003 | April 5, 2005 | April 29, 2005 |
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Editors' rating (Editors' rating explained) |
7.3
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| Review summary | Toshiba's budget LCD projector is bright and reasonably priced, but it pales compared to newer models, such as the Dell 2100MP. | Although not the brightest, lightest, or most feature-filled projector on the market, the Hitachi Performa CP-RS55 can lay claim to the best price tag, and it may well represent the best all-round value available. | A decent all-around business projector, the Sharp PG-B10S can put a large image onscreen and do it quietly. |
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| Product Description | Toshiba TLP S30U - LCD projector | Hitachi Performa CP-RS55 - LCD projector | Sharp PG-B10S - LCD projector |
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| Device Type | LCD projector | LCD projector | LCD projector |
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| Built-in Devices | Speaker | Speaker | Speaker |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 10.9 in x 7.8 in x 3 in | 11.2 in x 8 in x 2.9 in | 11.6 in x 8.7 in x 3.6 in |
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| Weight | 4.9 lbs | 4.9 lbs | 6.4 lbs |
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| Image Brightness | 1400 ANSI lumens | 1500 ANSI lumens | 1200 ANSI lumens |
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| Resolution | 800 x 600 | 800 x 600 | 800 x 600 |
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| Native Aspect Ratio | Info unavailable | 4:3 | Info unavailable |
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| Color Support | 24-bit (16.7 million colors) | 24-bit (16.7 million colors) | Info unavailable |
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| Lamp Type | 165 Watt | UHB 165 Watt | 130 Watt |
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| Lamp Life Cycle | Info unavailable | 2000 hour(s) | 4000 hour(s) |
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| Video Input | S-Video ( NTSC ) - HDTV , Composite video , Component video ( SECAM ) , RGB ( PAL ) - DTV | ( PAL-N ) , ( NTSC 4.43 ) , ( PAL 60 ) , ( SECAM ) , ( PAL-M ) , ( PAL-I ) , ( PAL-B/G ) , ( PAL-H ) , RGB ( PAL ) - HDTV , Composite video ( PAL-D ) , S-Video ( NTSC ) | Composite video ( SECAM ) , RGB ( PAL ) , S-Video ( NTSC ) |
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| Video Output | RGB | Info unavailable | RGB |
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| Video Input Device | None | Info unavailable | None |
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| Type | None | Info unavailable | None |
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| Type | Speaker(s) - Integrated | Speaker(s) - Integrated | Speaker(s) - Integrated |
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| Sound Output Mode | Mono 1 Watt | Mono 1 Watt | Mono 1 Watt |
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| Input Device | Remote control | Remote control | Remote control |
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| Voltage Required | AC 100/240 V | AC 120/230 V | AC 120/230 V |
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| Power Consumption Operational | 240 Watt | Info unavailable | 185 Watt |
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| Manufacturer Warranty | 2 years warranty | Info unavailable | 3 years warranty |
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| Product name | Toshiba TLP-S30U | Hitachi CP-RS55 LCD projector | Sharp Notevision PG-B10S |
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| Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications |
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| Price range | Email me when this product is available | Email me when this product is available | Email me when this product is available |
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