SONY VPL-EX290
3,800 lumens XGA portable projector with wireless connectivity
Overview
Bring learning to life with this
bright, energy-efficient, wireless-ready portable projector that has been
designed in consultation with teachers and made for today¡¦s classrooms
Combining superb XGA
image quality with smart energy-efficient features, the VPL-EX290 portable
projector enhances learning with powerful presentations that really stand out.
Simple to use and wireless ready, the projector is ideal for maximising student
engagement in today¡¦s networked classrooms, making it your ideal partner
throughout the busy school day.
Sony BrightEra™ panel
technology assures clear pictures in any conditions, from daylight to darkened
classrooms. Plenty of interfaces allow easy connection, while a choice of
Picture Modes optimises viewing with any source ¡V slide presentations, PC
documents, pictures or videos. Adding an optional Wi-Fi module lets students and
teachers wirelessly share homework, images and graphics from mobile devices like
smartphones and tablets. There¡¦s a wide range of smart energy-saving features
built in. And with a recommended lamp replacement time of 10,000 hours, downtime
and maintenance costs are minimised.
Features
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Energy efficient with long-lasting lamp of
10,000 hours
The lamp driver optimally controls
the wattage of the lamp and achieves a long-lasting lamp time of 10,000* hours.
The recommended lamp replacement time is extended by 43%, compared to the
previous model.
*Lamp mode: low, Complies with IEC61947 standard
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Advanced energy-saving features
Advanced lamp technology enables
robust energy-saving features. For example, greater brightness control in Auto
Light Dimming mode saves considerable energy when the projector is left on
without being used. During projection, Auto Lamp Mode automatically adjusts
light output to suit the projected scene. When you need to mute the picture
temporarily, light output can be completely deactivated to minimise energy
consumption.
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High image quality 3LCD BrightEra™ natural
and vivid colour images
XGA (1024 x 768) 4:3 screen
resolution, 3LCD BrightEra™ natural and vivid colour images, plus various
Picture Modes for optimising image quality, make the projector one of the best
in its class. Thanks to the optical system projecting three basic colours
constantly, the projector offers excellent light efficiency, ensuring colourful
and bright images. Sonys BrightEra™ panels deliver improved panel light
resistance, higher resolution, high brightness and increased panel reliability.
High colour reproducibility is important especially when using colourful
content, such as materials used in classrooms.
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Various picture modes for optimal picture
quality
The projector has six available
picture modes for correct picture quality: Dynamic, Standard, Presentation,
Blackboard, Game, and Cinema. With six picture modes and three brightness modes
combined, the user can select the most suitable picture/brightness combination
according to the picture source and environment, to create the optimal image.
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Network presentation (LAN/Wireless LAN)
When the projector is installed in a
LAN, presentations can be projected from any PC and Mac on the network. A tablet
or smartphone can be connected at the same time. You can project jpg, pdf and
other supported formats. Up to four users can project PC/Mac images
simultaneously, while up to eight users can connect to one projector. For
PC/Mac, an application, Projector Station for Network Presentation, is provided.
For a tablet/smartphone, an application is provided by Pixelworks, downloaded
from the web. For details, please visit: http://PWPresenter.pixelworks.com
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Remote control for iOS device
Projector Remote is a simple remote
control application for Sony¡¦s projectors. Networked projectors can be
controlled by this remote application. Remote Control allows you to operate the
projector with simple and easy-to-read buttons.
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USB display
The projector allows you to display
pictures and audio* with one USB cable. You do not need to install any driver
for this function. It is a convenient way to connect to the projector when you
want to connect easily.
* There is a time lag in video and audio. When not in simple use, it is
recommended to use Line-in or HDMI-in.
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Input Label
The input label, which appears in
the input menu on screen, can be customised. This gives users a clear
understanding of which equipment is connected.