NEC NP905 Projector - Quick wireless network connectivity and MPEG2 USB video playback

SINGAPORE, 3 July 2008 – NEC Asia is expanding its NP series of desktop projectors with a new LCD-based model, which alongside its versatility and flexibility is also distinguished by numerous high-quality features. Usually only seen in installation projectors, the high-end characteristics of the NEC NP905 make the new model a complete all-rounder in the 3,000 ANSI lumens category. Coming equipped with a WLAN USB adapter and supports Vista Windows Network Projector feature, the NEC NP905‘s plug & play networking capability enables effortless and wireless presentations. Connection to a local network is achieved quickly and simply without the need for any additional software. Features such as HQV (Hollywood Quality Video) technology ensure the NEC NP905 displays outstanding video quality, with video images also exhibiting particular stability and low noise. The NEC NP905 is ideal for those applications where flexibility in a desktop projector without any compromise on high-end features is particularly important – for example in conferences, in-house company training, or educational institutes where network access is essential.

For effortless and simple presentations without any restrictive cabling, the NEC NP905 comes equipped with a USB interface and supports Vista Windows Network Projector feature for integrated plug & play wireless-LAN functionality. Even when the projector is remotely positioned, thanks to its Ethernet network connectivity, projector information can be called up at any time as well as data transmitted to it – even when the data source is also a large distance away. At the projector itself, the Windows Remote-Desktop-Function additionally allows these functions to be called up on an attached network PC, since a USB mouse and keyboard can both be connected to the projector.

Windows Vista’s own simple and user-friendly application “Windows Network Projector” also allows users to send data displayed on a PC monitor to the projector. No additional software or administrator rights are required for this. It goes without saying that all network functions can also be performed using cable connections and the RJ45 interface.

The projector exploits the latest technology to score highly in video picture quality. It employs Silicon Optix’s HQV technology (often found in digital cinema equipment as well as other applications) to ensure the best possible image reproduction. The technology guarantees excellent noise suppression, deinterlacing, high quality reproduction of detail and film-mode recognition. A brightness of 3,000 ANSI lumens and XGA resolution all ensure brilliant image quality. An innovation in this product class is the DICOM (digital imaging and communication in medicine) simulation function which has been incorporated into the NEC NP905. This allows medical data images to be reproduced with fine gray-scale gradations for use, as an example, in training or teaching courses.

The NEC NP905 is suited for a multitude of applications. Even situations with restricted space are easily handled: it offers 1.2-times optical zoom, as well as vertical (up to 30 degrees) and horizontal (up to 40 degrees) keystone correction. The 3D Reform function compensates for diagonal distortions, for example due to laterally-skewed or inclined projection surfaces. Using the wall colour correction function, the projector can also adjust the colour balance of the displayed image. This compensates for any colour shading of the projection surface, to offer true colour reproduction - all at the touch of a button. Optional software available at no extra cost also allows geometric correction for rounded, arched or cylindrical surfaces to achieve distortion-free projection.

To achieve maximum flexibility, the NEC NP905 has been equipped with numerous connection ports. Reproduction of coded HD video and HDTV content is possible due to the digital HDMI interface (with HDCP). In addition, the projector offers two VGA inputs as well as S-video, video and audio inputs, and a 3.5mm stereo audio output. The analogue PC output also allows the connection of an external monitor. The projector can be controlled and maintained via the RJ45 or RS-232 ports. A particular feature for video images is the integrated USB viewer. It permits the direct connection of external data storage devices to the projector so that stored video files (MPEG2) can be played back with exceptional ease. For optimum presentation of picture content, the NEC NP905 also comes with parallel representation functions, such as picture-in-picture or side-by-side modes, where two signals can be simultaneously displayed. Users can either choose to image a small video picture within a full-sized video picture, or display the two pictures alongside each other – this is especially popular for video conferencing.

Availability and Price
The NEC NP905 Projector is now commercially available and comes with 2 years limited warranty.
NP905 Projector SGD2,499.00

Further information can be found on the internet at www.necdisplay.com

Technical Data

 

	NEC NP905 PROJECTOR
LCD	3 x 1.6 cm (0.63") p-Si with MLA LCD panel
Recommended resolution	1,024 x 768 (XGA)
Contrast ratio	500:1
Brightness in ANSI Lumens	3,000
Power consumption	310W (Eco Mode: 260W, Stand-by: 18W, Power Save 3W)
Weight	3.7 kg
Extras	Windows Vista certified network projector, HQV for excellent video picture quality, picture-in-picture, side-by-side, USB viewer, Remote Desktop, 3D-Reform, password protection, wall colour correction, various timer functions, altitude mode, Quick-Off, OSD in 21 languages, optional user logo
Connectors:
PC analogue	2 inputs: Mini D-SUB 15-pin, alternatively with component signal (YPbPr), 1 output: Mini D-SUB 15-pin
HDMITM	HDMITM (V.1.3 with Deep Color, Lip Sync)
Video / S-Video	Cinch / DIN 4-pin (Hoseidenbuchse)
USB	2x USB Type A, USB 2.0
Audio	2 inputs: 3.5 mm stereo jack-plug 2 inputs: stereo Cinch (Video and S-Video) 1 output: 3.5 mm stereo jack-plug (variable)
LAN/WLAN	1 input: RJ45, 10/100 base-T/IEEE 802.11b/g
PC-Control (RS-232)	1 input: D-Sub 9-pin
Audio Functions	5 W Mono
Lamp lifetime	2,500 Hrs. normal / 3,500 Hrs. Eco mode

 

About NEC Asia Pte Ltd
NEC Asia, a wholly owned subsidiary of NEC Corporation based in Singapore, is a leading information technology services provider that specialises in systems integration and consultancy services. Being conferred the Singapore Economic Development Board’s International Headquarters (IHQ) Award, NEC Asia, as NEC’s regional headquarters in Asia Pacific, provides regional sales and services support for world-class identity solutions, turnkey implementation of mission-critical solutions, project management and maintenance services.

NEC's suite of solutions and services encompass systems integration, global identity solutions, RFID solutions, financial solutions, retail management solutions, enterprise servers, telecommunications and network solutions, multimedia products, managed services and outsourcing centre (MSOC), manufacturing business solutions, ERP, imaging and workflow solutions, enterprise portals and NECare Service Centre. NEC Asia also provides business support functions in purchasing, public relations, finance, human resources and corporate social responsibilities (CSR) to the regional NEC subsidiaries. For more information, please visit www.nec.com.sg