Designed from scratch specifically to meet the demands of the professional market, all three models feature a dust-resistant cooling system that eliminates one of the main sources of reliability issues. The efficiency of this system also means that regardless of the ambient conditions the air filter will last for over 10,000 maintenance-free hours. The use of long life components including inorganic LCD panels and polariser filters enhances reliability still further. When maintenance is eventually needed the projector can send email alerts of imminent requirements, eliminating unplanned downtime and for example, removing the need to perform a manual lamp test. Easy access to the key components including the lamp, LCD panel and the polariser, simplify maintenance when replacements are needed, according to the press release of Hitachi.

The models also offer the highest possible image quality, with an iris-based high contrast system delivering a contrast ratio of 2500:1. Meanwhile the high quality scaler chip, 12 bit digital gamma and 10 bit signal processor as used on high end home theatre models ensure superb colour reproduction.

To cope easily with the variety of installation requirements of the professional market, the new family features a selection of optional bayonet lenses that provide a wide range of projection distances and lens shifts. By delivering a 200" screen from as short a throw distance as 2.1m, the models allow for space saving rear projection as well as flexible installation in any situation. All models can project screen sizes of between 40" and 700" and depending on the lens in use a 100" screen can be displayed from as close as 1m or as far distant as 20.2m. To provide even greater flexibility and cater for even the largest of venues there is the option to blend multiple projectors together.

A range of resolution and brightness options are provided by each of the new models. As the brightest of the three at 7500 lumens, the CP-X10000 delivers 1024x768 XGA resolution, while the WXGA CP-WX11000 offers true 1280x800 (16:10) widescreen performance at 6500. Finally the CP-SX12000 with 1400x1050 SXGA+ also reaches the impressive 7000 lumens barrier.

Hitachi CP-X10000, CP-WX11000 and

CP-SX12000 LCD projectors

KEY FEATURES AND BENefitS
FACT SHEET

Reliability Dust-resistant cooling system to eliminate the most common cause of reliability issues

Low Maintenance Long life parts and common sense design features to simplify long interval maintenance activities.

• o 10000 hour filter and lamp in the CP-X10000
• o 2000 hour lamp
• o Long life inorganic LCD panel

Networking Wired networking. Browser based software provides easy management, control and monitoring. Email alerts provide proactive management of scheduled maintenance.

Installation Options Large choice of lenses catering for a wide range of throw distances and screen size requirements. 40" to 700" screen sizes and 100" screen from as close as 1m or as far as 20m. Extensive range of lens shift options available.

Brightness Performance 7500, 6500 and 7000 lumens brightness respectively in XGA, WXGA and SXGA+ resolutions

Contrast Performance 2500:1 using an active iris to automatically adjust to scene conditions giving the excellent video quality, fully satisfying the multi media needs of the latest presentations and videos.

Connectivity 15pin Mini-Dsub x 2, BNC x 1 (shared with component), DVI-D x 1, HDMI (Digital RGB) x 1

Video input Composite RCA jack x 1, S-Video jack x 1、Composite BNC x 1, Component BNC x 1 (shared with Computer)

Noise Eco mode: 32dBA, Normal Mode: 39dBA

Set-up options Auto vertical and manual horizontal keystone adjustment

Dimensions 476mm (W) x 272mm (H) x 469mm (D)

Weight 13.1Kg (excluding lens)

The Hitachi CP-X10000 is available across Europe in December 2008. The CP-WX11000 will be available in February 2009 & CP-SX12000 in March 2009.