Casio Announces New Hybrid LED-Laser Projector Models

Casio announced six new models in its SLIM line of hybrid LED-laser projectors at the Consumer Electronics Show this week: the XJ-A141, XJ-A146, XJ-A241, XJ-A246, XJ-A251 and XJ-A256.

Each weighing five pounds, the new SLIM projectors are 1.7 inches high, which, according to Casio, makes them the thinnest high-brightness projectors in the industry. A wide-angle 2X power zoom lens allows an extensive range of projection distance. Three of Casio's new SLIM projectors—the XJ-A146, XJ-A246 and XJ-A256—are equipped with USB capabilities, MobiShow, wireless presentation capability, and a presentation timer.

MobiShow makes business presentations possible from most popular mobile devices using only a Wi-Fi connection.  MobiShow is compatible with Microsoft Windows Mobile, iPhone, iPad, and Android operating systems. Additionally, the SLIM USB models have the ability to make wireless presentations from Mac computers. Up to 32 computers can be connected at one time and users can also view up to four PCs on an individual screen simultaneously.

The built-in presentation timer function lets users keep track of time and ensure all presentations are done in a timely fashion. A compact window is displayed in the corner of the screen and lets both the presenter and audience know how much time is left for the presentation.

The latest introductions in the SLIM lineup feature innovative functions such as Intelligent Brightness Control, an ECO function that minimizes power consumption by using no more than the level of brightness actually required all while illuminating sharp imagery.

Intelligent Brightness Control utilizes a built-in light sensor to automatically adjust the brightness level of the projection to suit the lighting conditions of any room. Brightness can be adjusted continuously and smoothly due to the laser and LED hybrid light source, a feature not possible with traditional mercury lamps.

The SLIM projectors are powered by Casio's laser and LED hybrid light source and DLP technology that provides lamp-free, eco-friendly data projection at a fraction of the cost of traditional projectors. Casio's laser and LED hybrid light source Source combines blue laser light and a fluorescent element to generate a high output of green light.

The green light, blue laser light, and the light emitted by a red LED are projected through a DLP chip which, in turn, is passed through the projection lens to form an image. This technology achieves an increase in color spectrum compared with a mercury lamp, while lowering a projector's total cost of ownership and maximizing investment.