Acer decided to release two more Pico Projectors the C110 and C112. The downright diminutive C110 is a DLP-powered beamer that gets all the juice it needs via USB, measures just 110- x 85- 25mm and offers up a WVGA (854 x 480) native resolution. The LED bulb is said to last up to 20,000 hours, and it’ll go from dead to dazzling in five seconds flat.
Moving up a couple notches, there’s the C112, complete with an optional external battery (good for two hours, we’re told), a 1,000:1 contrast ratio and an identical WVGA resolution. Both of these guys are slated to hit UK shops at the end of the month, with prices set at £199 and £229 Inc VAT. Checkout the press release bellow.
Press Release
Acer C110 Pico-Projector with DLP Technology
Smart projection via USB and ultra-light design
London, July 7th 2011 – Pictures, videos, presentations have an increasingly prevailing role in our lives, both personal and professional. We use our smartphones and cameras to take photos or record videos and then we want to show them off to our family and friends. At work, we create presentations we need to share with our colleagues. As a result, we need the right instruments to enjoy and share this wealth of multimedia formats.
With the C110 pico-projector, Acer has created the perfect match for your notebook. Not only the new projector is extremely light and ultra compact, but doesn’t even need a power adapter and display port. It only needs a single USB cable to connect to your laptop and be powered while allowing you to enjoy your favourite movies, your holiday pictures or show your presentations.
The C110 pico-projector is designed to fit in perfectly with your mobile lifestyle. On top of working out of a single USB cable – which means no power adapter, no tangle of cables and no issues with plugs – it weighs a mere handful of grams (175 g) and measures just 110x85x25 mm, thus allowing to make brilliant presentations without adding any burden. The extreme portability is completed by a sophisticated black case that portrays refined elegance.
The Display over USB feature also makes for exceptional ease of use, as you simply need to connect the projector to the laptop to immediately display images, videos or presentations. In addition, the Acer SmartFormat technology supports a wide range of PC formats and users no longer need to worry to adjust the resolution of the notebook.
And the performance is striking. You can enjoy your multimedia with a display size varying from 30cm (12″) to 254cm (100″). The 1000:1 contrast, the amazing WVGA (854×480) resolution and native 16:9 format ensure crystal clear, vibrant projections with quite impressive image quality.
To achieve the best projection wherever you are, the C110 can be provided with the optional Acer foldable screen. This screen combines extreme mobility as it can be folded to the size of a magazine, with enhanced projection thanks to the increased brilliance (double the reflex of standard projection screens) and the 25″ display size that is perfect for group viewing.
The Acer C110 pico projector combines DLP technology with LED lamp technology, dramatically enhancing picture quality. LED technology offers several benefits over traditional lamps. First of all, it makes lamp replacement virtually unnecessary as a LED lamp lasts up to 20,000 hours; moreover, the lack of breakable parts, such as filaments or tubes increases durability. Finally, it can achieve higher color saturation and contrast. As a result, the images displayed are more vivid and realistic.
The C110 pico-projector is the concrete evidence of Acer continued dedication to creating greener, more environmentally friendly products, LED lamp technology is free of hazardous substances such as mercury or halogen gases and compared to a traditional lamp can reduce power consumption up to 30%.
Over time, projectors can be affected by colour decay that adds a yellowish or greenish shade to the images on screen. Now Acer’s projectors take advantage of ColorSafe and DLP® technology to ensure picture integrity even after prolonged use, making them virtually immune to colour decay.
The C110 pico-projector also helps you to save precious time. Thanks to the Quick Start feature the projector starts working within 5 seconds after the USB cable is connected to the laptop PC and you can leave in a hurry. With Acer InstantPack there’s no need to wait for a cooling period; you just unplug and pack the projector and you are ready to leave.
Acer C110 pico-projector comes with 5 years warranty on the DLP chip and 1 year warranty on the lamp without hour limit.
The Acer C110 will be available the end of August with a SRRP of £199 Inc VAT
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Acer C112 PICO-Projector with DLP Technology
Extra-small size, Extra-large performance
London, July 7th 2011 – Acer introduces the C112 pico-projector, enriching its range of ultra-portable projectors, an extremely light and ultra-compact device that can set you free from both notebook and cables for total projection freedom.
Just find a screen where to project your photos or videos: with the Acer C112 pico-projector you don’t need anything else. The C112 comes with an optional external battery that lasts two hours. You can place the projector in the best position to display fantastic visuals, relax and watch an entire movie without worrying about cables, plugs and power outlet.
What’s more, this projector sets you free from your notebook. Just plug in your USB flash drive and enjoy your multimedia on a big screen via the embedded USB Slide Show and USB multimedia functions. All these features give an entire new meaning to the concept of on-the-fly projection.
With the integrated USB port the C112 pico-projector can be easily connected to your laptop, and you can immediately display images, videos or presentations thanks to the Display over USB feature. In addition, the Acer SmartFormat technology supports a wide range of PC formats and users no longer need to worry to adjust the resolution of their notebook.
In terms of performance it’s just like having a portable cinema in your pocket. You can enjoy your multimedia with a display size varying from 38cm (15″) to 254cm (100″). The 1000:1 contrast, the amazing WVGA (854 X 480) resolution and native 16:9 format ensure crystal clear, vibrant projections with quite impressive image quality. And, with the internal speaker you don’t even need to care about carrying along a separate speaker to enjoy the show!
Weighing only 220g (7.75 oz) and measuring just 137×91.5 mm, the C112 pico-projector is the ideal companion for mobile users looking for an easy to carry device for instant projection anywhere. The high portability is completed by a sophisticated matte black case that portrays refined elegance. The control pad is embedded on the top surface for easy and friendly use.
The new Acer C112 pico projector combines DLP technology with LED lamp technology, dramatically enhancing picture quality. LED technology offers several benefits over traditional lamps. First of all, it makes lamp replacement virtually unnecessary as a LED lamp lasts up to 20,000 hours; morever, the lack of breakable parts, such as filaments or tubes increases durability. Combined with DLP, LED lamp technology increases color saturation and contrast. As a result, the images displayed are more vivid and realistic.
Finally, Acer continues drive to offer greener, more environmentally friendly products, LED lamp technology is free of hazardous substances such as mercury or halogen gases and compared to a traditional lamp can reduce power consumption up to 30%.
Over time, projectors can be affected by colour decay that adds a yellowish or greenish shade to the images on screen. Now Acer’s projectors take advantage of ColorSafe and DLP® technology to ensure picture integrity even after prolonged use, making them virtually immune to colour decay.
The C112 pico-projector also helps you to save precious time. Thanks to the Quick Start feature the projector starts working within 15 seconds after you turn it on and you can leave in a hurry, too. With Acer InstantPack there’s no need to wait for a cooling period; you can turn off and pack the projector promptly, so you can leave immediately.
Acer C112 pico-projector comes with 5 years warranty on the DLP chip and 1 year warranty on the lamp without hour limit.
The Acer C112 will be available the end of July with a SRRP of £229 Inc VAT
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